Engine Builds & Dyno Testing
At Chicane, we bring over 30 years of specialised experience in engine building. Whether it’s a minor refresh, a major rebuild, or a custom modification, our commitment to excellence ensures your engine achieves peak strength, performance, and reliability.
Our engine building & dyno services include:
Engine building
Each engine is assembled using world class components along with the utmost attention to detail. Once complete, every engine is run in on our own engine dynamometer, followed by optimisation of the fuelling, ignition and other variables for the best performance.
Classic era engine tuning
The expertise required to properly tune the classic Aston Martin engines, with their multiple SU carburettors and mechanical ignition systems, is now almost a lost art. We can diagnose and rectify any of the niggling issues which might otherwise detract from your enjoyment of your Aston Martin.
Modern era engine tuning
Custom mapping, ECU repairs/upgrades for optimal performance and modern sympathetic upgrades will all improve the performance of your new era Aston Martin engine. Our highly experienced electronics and engine experts are well versed in this and are able to deliver a startling boost in your car’s performance.
Dyno testing
Our stand-alone engine dynamometer has the capacity to handle engines of up to 800hp. With its computerised controls we can carry out steady state and dynamic testing along with a comprehensive datalogging capability, making it suitable for development projects as well as signing off rebuilt engines.
