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We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Friday the 20th of December and reopening on Thursday the 2nd of January

We advise that the workshop will be closed over the Easter long weekend reopening on Tuesday the 11th of April

We wish to advise that we will be closed from Thursday the 25th of April for ANZAC Day and also Friday 26th of April, reopening Monday the 29th of April.

We wish to advise that we will be closed for the public holiday on the 26th of January. 

Blackwood Dyno Tune and Service is a family owned and operated business that has been servicing the needs of motorists in the southern Adelaide metropolitan area since 1993.

We are proud to display the signs of RAA Approved Repairer and Motor Trade Association of South Australia. We have been certified and approved by these organisations and abide by the strict code of practice that such accreditation requires. You can feel assured that your vehicle is in excellent hands.

 A customer with a Ford Ranger called with a lack of power and engine light on issue. In this instance there were 3 different reasons for the power loss and engine light to be on. When diagnosing faults, never assume it is the first one you find.  The front bumper and grill were removed, exposing the old leaking intercooler. This image shows the damaged Turbo Charger intake wheel, which had to be replaced due to irreparable damage as described above. Above you can see specks of aluminium from the turbo stuck to the carbon inside the intake manifold. We also highly recommend for turbo diesel vehicles, an annual intake throttle carbon clean and then a fitment of an oil catch can to stop the heavy carbon build up in the inlet manifold.  Finally, the new replacement intercooler has now been fitted after repairing the turbo charger and cleaning the intake manifold. Most turbo vehicles have the intercooler fitted in front of the radiator.

When diagnosing vehicle faults, we never assume it is the first one we find.

Case Study - Ford Ranger, No Power and Engine light on

We recently had a customer who was concerned about uneven tyre wear on a Toyota Landcruiser Prado. 
Worn and soft bushes can play a big part in tyre wear, changing your wheel alignment when bushes flex under braking. We raised the vehicle on the hoist and after investigation identified old and soft control arm bushes. The control arms were removed from the car and old bushes stripped out. Check out the condition of these worn components, there were also some very well used washers removed from the control arms. It’s definitely time to update these car parts. This is the new Nolathane Bush Kit ready to be installed. This kit will instantly reduce the wear on tyre tread, saving the owner money as the tyres will last longer. These are the control arms with new bushes being reinstalled to the 4WD vehicle. Now that the control arms have been repaired and fitted, it’s time to use the Hunter Hawkeye Laser All Wheel alignment system. Road safety is our priority.

Worn and soft bushes can play a big part in tyre wear, changing your wheel alignment when bushes flex under braking. We recently had a customer who was concerned about uneven tyre wear on a Toyota Landcruiser Prado...

Toyota Landcruiser Prado Worn Bushes - Case Study

Excessive vibration going downhill is often caused by warped brake rotors due to excessive heat. To avoid this, using lower gears in an automatic transmission while travelling downhill is recommended.  As an example, if you are driving down Old Belair Road or Shepherds Hill Road and you notice you are feeling a vibration through the whole car and especially through your steering wheel when you get to the bottom of the hill, it’s most likely because your brake rotors are warped. This is caused by excessive heat in your brakes, which can easily be avoided by using your gears in your automatic transmission while you’re travelling downhill. You need to gear down the transmission while going down the hill to keep you within the speed limit without using your brakes. It very much depends on the style of automatic transmission on whether you would have to go down two or three gears. You’ll find that you will save on brakes due to excessive wear and your brake shudder will not return. Just think of it like you’re driving a manual gearbox, you don’t go down the hill in fifth gear. When driving a manual car you use the correct gear to hold the car up so it does not go over the speed limit. Similarly in an automatic car, if you shift into one of the numbered gears (from D to 3 for example), it will hold the gear and the cars engine will rev higher, slowing the car down as you descend the hill, saving your car from overheating brakes. The disc (left) - dark colour and lines indicate overheated brake disc. Brake backing plate (right) - this should be dead straight. As a side note, at Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service our Safe-T-Stop Brake test machine which checks braking force pressures on each corner of the vehicles wheels, has now been upgraded to the same specifications as the SA Government inspection station at Regency Park. As you can see, we are very serious about brake safety at Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service.

Excessive vibration going downhill is often caused by warped brake rotors due to excessive heat. To avoid this, using lower gears in an automatic transmission while travelling downhill is recommended. Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service can inspect and repair your brakes in their Blackwood workshop.

Why do I get excessive vibration going downhill?

To help you understand Log Book servicing and learn more about Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service in Blackwood, please read the questions and answers below: What is a Log Book Service? A log book service is a service that is set out by the manufacturer which details the correct service requirements at specified intervals. At Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service, we follow the guidelines set by each manufacturer, plus make recommendations on repairs that are outside the scope of a normal log book service. Why do I need a log book service? A log book service is important because it follows the guidelines set by the manufacturer. If your car is still covered under statutory warranty, it is essential that your car is serviced in line with the schedule and specifications in the owner's manual or warranty log book. What happens if I miss a Service? If you miss a service, it can potentially be detrimental to the health of the vehicle. If you notice you’re overdue, call us as soon as possible to book in!  Do you have Loan cars and how much do they cost? Yes, there are several loan cars available (bookings essential)! We offer a station wagon for Tradies, perfect for keeping lots of tools, plus it can be handy when travelling with pets. We also offer 2 new Kia Rio hatchbacks, if the larger station wagon is not for you. Call us to find out more and book in advance. Will I lose my New Car Warranty if I don't go back to the dealer? Absolutely not! We can help you maintain your manufacturers new car warranty by using genuine parts or OE (original equipment) equivalent suppliers, like Ryco premium filters and Penrite premium oil products and fluids. Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service are a RAA Approved Repairer and offer new car servicing for all vehicles. We have more information on this for you in our article. Please click here. I have lost my Log Book, do I need it? We can still service your car without a log book. A log book is a valuable asset, as it is a reference for yourself and your automotive technicians to see when you have serviced your car and when you need to service it next. It also provides you with information about your vehicle and what things need inspecting or changing at each service. If you’ve lost yours, we can provide you with a Repco Authorised Service Log Book for a small cost. Do you provide Digital reports for the work you have done? or a digital report of what's wrong with my car? Yes! During your service, the technicians at Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service complete digital inspections using Smart Inspector on their workshop tablets, taking photos and making notes of what work needs to be done! This report is sent to your phone via the phone number you provide us, so you can see the report details along with pictures in the comfort of your own home or while you’re at work! We can also provide details of all the work completed and what else is recommended on the invoice via an email at the end of the day for you to look back on. How long will the service take? We like to keep the vehicle for the entire day if possible, so our technicians can undertake a thorough inspection and go ahead with any repairs you request. Every service time will depend on each vehicle, of course, but we aim to have it done as quickly as possible, so you aren’t without your car for long!  How much will my service cost? Service prices vary for each vehicle type, starting from $275. When you call us have your registration details handy, then we can provide you with a more accurate quote for a service for your vehicle. How can I pay for my Service? Our customers can make payment over the phone for after-hours pick up, and in store we accept cash, EFTPOS, Mastercard, Visa Card and AMEX with zero fees!  When are you Open? We are open 8am until 5pm, Monday to Friday. Are you open weekends? As we are a very family-oriented business and pride ourselves on providing a good work-life balance for our team, our workshop is not open weekends. For your convenience we do have loan cars available (bookings essential) plus we can pick* your car up from your home and deliver it back when complete. (*Within our local area). What is the earliest time I can bring my car in? We open at 8am! If 8am is still too late for you, as you have work or other commitments, we have a safe key drop off that you can put your keys into and leave the vehicle out the front for us. If this doesn’t work for you and you would prefer to talk to someone, you are able to drop it off before 5pm the day before your service day! Can I drop off my car after hours? Yes! We have a secure key drop off box. Give us a call and let us know that you’ve dropped your car off and the key is in the lock box, and we will do the rest! Is there a secure key drop off box after hours? Yes! This can be used to pick up your vehicle or drop off your vehicle after hours. Can I collect my car after hours? Yes! We have a secure key lock box that we can store your keys in for you to pick up when no one is here! Just pay over the phone once your service is complete and we will park the car safely out the front, with surveillance, for you to pick up. Can you pick up my car from home? Yes! We can pick up your vehicle from your house by prior arrangement! Can you drop me home when I deliver my car for servicing or repair? Yes! After you drop your car off with us, we have a drop off service with one of our friendly team! Please advise at the time of booking. What happens if something is not right after my car service? We aim for 100% customer satisfaction. If something is not right, please call us and we will sort it out straight away at your convenience! Plus you have the added assurance of our REPCO Nationwide Warranty if you find yourself out of town.  Will you give me reminders when my next sercive is due? Yes! We send text message reminders and letters! Plus we attach a service sticker to the top right hand corner of your windscreen advising next service due. We will let you know if your next service is coming up shortly, or if you have missed one. Can my car be repaired at the same time it is serviced? Absolutely! Our friendly service advisor will give you a call after the inspection of the car to let you know what repairs are needed. Then you can decide how you would like to proceed! How do I book in a Service? You can call us to speak to our service team, otherwise you can make a booking request online by following the prompts on our website! Once your request has been submitted, one of our lovely service advisors will contact you regarding the booking to confirm. How often should I really service my car? 5,000kms or every 6 months is ideal, however we’ve noticed that manufacturers stretch some service intervals to 15,000km. We believe that the engine should be serviced at least once a year if you do low kilometres. If your car is still covered by the manufacturers new car warranty, you should not exceed their recommended service intervals. Severe stop-start conditions, which is what many of us do – driving to work, quick trips to the shops – negatively affect the vehicle especially compared to long highway driving. I don't drive much, do I still need a service? Yes, definitely! Oil degrades over time, especially when it’s sitting there in the vehicle for an extended period. If you cannot provide a complete service, it is highly recommended that you change the oil and oil filter on a 6-month basis. We can do a simple oil and filter change too!  Can you fix other things while my car is being serviced? Yes! During the service, we complete a comprehensive vehicle inspection, which goes through all parts of the vehicle. If there is something that one of the technicians notices during the service, we will contact you with quotes to see if you would like to go ahead to fix it. If there is something you are aware of that you would like inspected or fixed, please let us know when you make your booking or at the time you drop off your car so that we can help!  Can you wash my car? Yes! We have a hand car wash station attached to our Blackwood Service Centre. Every service receives a courtesy wash and front cabin vacuum as confirmed by you!  What type of oils and parts do you use? At Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service we use premium Ryco products, including their oil filters which is included in every service. We also use Penrite premium products for all our oil and fluid needs! We choose Ryco and Penrite because their products either meet or exceed manufacturers specifications. Do you check my brakes during a service? At Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service we have the latest Safe-T-Stop brake testing equipment that we use on every single service. The test looks at the brakes and how fast your car can come to a stop, the wheel alignment of vehicle and even suspension!

Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service share their customers frequently asked questions about Log Book servicing

Frequently Asked Questions about Log Book servicing 

As an independent car service workshop Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service, your Local Repco Authorised Service centre maintains various professional accreditations and affiliations ensuring and maintaining their position at the forefront of technology and industry developments as well as adhering to legislative requirements. These include: Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) The AAAA is the national industry association representing all aspects of the aftermarket, including the service and repair sectors.  Membership of the AAAA provides direction on Government policy and international trends. AAAA Members are also afforded access to important support in the areas of Industrial Relations and Consumer Law.  The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association actively advocates on behalf of the vehicle owners right to choose who services their vehicles. Repco Authorised Service workshops are proud to be members of an organisation which works to protect their customers' interests. Automotive Repairers Council of Australia (ARCA) A national service and repair representative group, ARCA membership opens doors to increased automotive knowledge and business expertise.  In addition, the Automotive Repairers Council of Australia works to protect competition in the market and ensure a strong and unified voice to government on behalf of Australia's independent service and repair workshops.  Auto Tech Each Repco Authorised Service workshop is a member of this widely respected automotive industry technical training organisation.   Membership of Auto-Tech provides your local workshop with access to the very latest technical training and diagnostic expertise, giving you peace of mind that your car is in expert hands.Auto-Tech expertly supports Repco Authorised Service Centres with accurate information and professional advice as well as automotive software and training. Royal Automobile Association (RAA) Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service proudly display the RAA Approved Mechanical Repairer sign. Certification means that you can be sure that our business meets the high standards of RAA (Royal Automobile Association of South Australia), and Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service is an RAA Approved Mechanical Repairer. Motor Trade Association of South Australia (MAT-SA) Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service is also a member of the Motor Trade Association of South Australia. We stand by the MTA code of ethics and participate in regular MTA training courses. Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation (AU00940) to reliably and responsibly conduct automotive air conditioning service in and around Blackwood. The ARC Tick of approval helps ensure technicians have the skills and knowledge to correctly undertake service and repairs of refrigerated air conditioning to minimise environmental impact. 

As an independent car service workshop Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service, your Local Repco Authorised Service centre maintains various professional accreditations and affiliations

Accreditations & Affiliations

Our name says it all - Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service are the experts when it comes to Dyno Tuning and performance enhancement. Dyno Tuning is high tech tune up of your vehicle, specifically the engine, by a suitably qualified mechanic. The term ‘Dyno' comes from the specialised equipment used in the tune up, called a dynamometer. Using a dynamometer, a qualified Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service automotive technician can measure engine speed and torque, which can then be used to calculate engine-power output. All this can be achieved safely and without your car even leaving the workshop. Dynamometers use rollers to allow the testing of specific speed or torque settings under controlled conditions. This then allows the mechanic performing the Dyno Tune to fine tune your engine based on very specific test results. Adjusting the air/fuel ratio to better suit your type of engine for example, can greatly improve performance yet maintain maximum fuel efficiency. Many performance components on the market today boast huge horsepower and torque gains... While individually some of those claims may be realistic, knowing what combinations of parts to use is essential in getting the most from your performance dollars. Using our Two Wheel Chassis Dynomometer, Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service can graph horsepower and torque increases and fine tune those combinations to get the most from the parts being installed while maintaining a realistic Fuel Efficiency. Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service uses some of the most respected brand names in the industry to tune your vehicle. Our dyno is a 650Kw Dyno Dynamics unit, complete with the latest shootout mode. We have access to all of the latest scan tools to check and reset ECU code operations. A Pico scope also ensures that we get the best results possible. We also clean and test our own injectors, rather than using a 3rd party service, on our own injector test and clean bench. Our experience has come from building our own race and drag cars and competing with success in competitions where every kilowatt counts, against some of the fastest and most powerful cars around.

Our name says it all - Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service are the experts when it comes to Dyno Tuning and performance enhancement...

Blackwood Dyno Tune & Service

Cars are our passion.

Case Study - Ford Ranger, No Power and Engine light on

Toyota Landcruiser Prado Worn Bushes - Case Study

Why do I get excessive vibration going downhill?

Frequently Asked Questions about Log Book servicing

Accreditations & Affiliations

What is Dyno Tuning?