Diesel 4WD on Mainline AWD dynamometer — Tuned by Apex, Epping Melbourne

— DIESEL · 4WD · ECU REMAP · MELBOURNE

Stop driving a factory-detuned diesel.

Real kW/Nm gains on Mainline AWD — Hilux, Ranger, Land Cruiser, D-Max, Amarok and more. Custom-mapped in a single day. From $1,195.

3,000+
Jobs tuned
100+
5★ reviews
20+
Years tuning
4–6h
Drop-off → done

Dyno bay typically books 2–3 weeks ahead. Lock yours early.

Dyno-verified results

The numbers your factory ECU is hiding.

Every figure dyno-verified on our Mainline AWD hub dyno. Real 4WD vehicles. Real wheel figures.

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Our approach

Diesel rewards precision.
We tune accordingly.

Torque-first calibration

We map for low-end pull — not peak headline numbers. Your tow weight and trailer load matter more than a 0–100 time.

EGT-aware fuelling

Every map is verified against exhaust gas temperatures under sustained load. No 'dyno hero' tunes that grenade on a long highway run.

Reliability headroom

We build margin into every injector, turbo and gearbox load. Tuned to run strong past 200,000 km — not just impress on the day.

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Process

Drop off at 9.
Drive a stronger truck home by 3.

010:00h

Assess

OBD scan, mechanical health check, fuel pressure, boost baseline. We confirm your goals — tow weight, fuel economy, or outright power.

020:30h

Baseline pull

Three stock dyno runs on the Mainline AWD. Your starting kW and Nm on paper. You'll see where the factory left gains on the table.

031:30h

Custom map

Real-time calibration on the dyno. EGT, AFR, boost, rail pressure — monitored every pull. Mapped to your specific vehicle, not a generic file.

044:00h

Verify & deliver

Three verification pulls, road test loop, before/after dyno report emailed as PDF. Drive out.

What we do

Diesel tuning services.

Factory ECU Remap

We flash your factory ECU using a proven remapping method — more torque, tighter throttle response, improved efficiency. Your original file is backed up before we touch anything.

Aftermarket ECU Tuning

Haltech, Link, Emtron, Syvecs — calibrated live on the dyno for precise, repeatable performance. Ideal for heavily modified setups where factory ECUs hit their ceiling.

Transmission (TCM) Tuning

We tune the Transmission Control Module for firmer shift timing, better lock-up logic and gearbox protection under sustained tow load.

Diagnostics & Mechanical Repairs

Pre-tune health checks, fault code resolution and essential mechanical work to ensure your diesel is ready to tune. We won't map a sick engine.

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Transparent pricing

FROM

$1,195

Industry average in Victoria: $1,500 – $3,000+
The difference goes back into your build budget.

Stock baseline dyno pass included
Custom map — factory OR aftermarket ECU
3 verification pulls + before/after dyno PDF report

Pricing varies by platform, ECU type and required mechanical work. Call for an accurate quote.

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FAQ

Questions before you book.

In Victoria, diesel tuning typically ranges from $1,500 to over $3,000 depending on the vehicle, ECU type and scope of work. At Tuned by Apex, diesel tunes start from $1,195 — including a stock baseline run, custom map and verification pulls. Call us for an accurate quote on your specific platform.

Melbourne's north

Built for the long haul.
Tuned for what's underneath.

Expert diesel tuning in Melbourne's north. Easy access from the Hume Highway — 10 minutes from Epping station.

9/21 View Rd, Epping VIC 3076

Mon – Fri · 8:30am – 5:00pm

Bay availability is limited. Most bookings run 2–3 weeks out.