Platinum Tuning

06/08/2026

01/08/2026

Finally managed to get this thing on the wall! (if you know, you know).

What an awesome feeling it is to finally make some horsepower with this new combo! After the previous clutch failure destroyed a fair amount of parts it’s good to see a result!

Joel has put in a mammoth amount of fabrication work recently to make the vision come to life, not only fitting things into spaces they shouldn’t be in but keeping them flowing and looking good.

Ended up finding the limit of the fuel system so had to call it at this but I think it’s more than enough to achieve the goal we have for the car!

This car is 100% built, wired, fabricated, plumbed, tuned and setup in house at Platinum Tuning.

A massive thanks to the companies that have helped and sourced or supplied parts for this build!

- Haltech in control with a Nexus R3, PDM, IC7, full electronics
- Fueltech Tasmania - Palfs Performance coming in clutch with the 170lb/hr injectors
- Turbosmart for wastegate, fuel system and filters
- plazmaman.com with the killer new W2A Intercooler
- artecperformance with that sweet looking manifold
- Pulsar Turbo Australia for the 7170G turbo
- BYP Racing and Developments for the hookup on the Quaife gearbox and new clutch plus various other parts.
- elusive_racing for a massive amount of engine parts
- Platinum Racing Products for making some kickass ignition coils

But most importantly, the team and family that we have here at Platinum Tuning, without everyone in the background helping out, doing odd jobs or making sure other things are sorted so that this can happen is absolutely unbelievable!

10/06/2026

It’s that time once again.

We’re looking to add another person to the team as the business continues to grow.

Whether you’re experienced in the industry or looking for your next challenge, we’re interested in hearing from motivated people who take pride in their work.

If you’d like to be part of a good crew and a growing workshop, send us a message.

Resumes and enquiries welcome.
[email protected]

01/04/2026

To our valued customers,
We will be closing our doors over the Easter period.

The shop will be closed from Friday 3rd April
Re-opening on Monday 13th April - 7:30am.

During this time we will be open by appointment only.

If you have an enquiry please email [email protected] 📧

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Easter 🐣

22/02/2026

The best air temperature sensors, now back in stock

Fresh batch of IAT-250 extreme range intake air temp sensors ready to go for the guys at FuelTech Australia.

We developed these for use in high temperature, extreme environments.

•1/8” NPT male thread
•250*C max calibrated range (will survive and measure higher than this)
•Glass bulb thermistor
•Filled with a special high temperature ceramic epoxy
•25mm depth to allow the probe to sit well into the air stream.
•Wire end covered in DR25 Raychem and sealed with SCL
•Tested in everything from blown alcohol big tyre cars to aspirated daily drivers

Purchase yours via Fueltech Australia or Platinum Tuning.

12/02/2026

Another in-house conversion completed here at Platinum Tuning.

This customer initially came to us wanting more power from the original VQ. After a number of discussions around reliability, long-term goals, and usable performance, we come to the agreement that the Toyota 2JZ was the right foundation to build from.

The goal was OEM+. Factory integration, clean presentation with a proven performance platform underneath. On top of that, the project was completed within a tight timeframe to get to .label.invitational which made planning and ex*****on critical.

Scope of works included:
• Complete 2JZ engine and drivetrain integration.
• Full custom wiring harness designed and built in-house.
• Haltech ECU integration with full system control.
• Custom fuel system.
• Custom intercooler mounting and fabricated intercooler piping.
• Full turbo-back exhaust fabrication.
• Cooling system integration.
• Engine and gearbox mounting fabrication.
• OEM-style routing, finishing and system integration throughout.

As expected, it didn’t stay stock. The engine received a fully built head with BC components, Plazmaman inlet and coil kit, G35-1050 Garrett turbo on a 6Boost manifold, Turbosmart boost control for precise management, all controlled by a Haltech Nexus R3.

All fabrication, wiring, assembly and calibration completed in-house.

Serious builds require planning, experience and proper ex*****on — especially under time constraints.

From fabrication and wiring, mechanical work, tuning or even full engine conversions — We have you covered. Get in touch today!

19/12/2025

To our valued customers,

Please note that our workshop will be closed from Friday 19th December to Monday 5th January for the Christmas and New Year break. 🎄🎊

📵 We will not be answering phone calls or messages during this time.

From the whole team at Platinum Tuning, we appreciate all of your continued support and wish you a happy and safe holiday season! 🍻

✨ See you all in 2026 ✨

For any urgent matters please contact us via email
📧 [email protected]

23/11/2025

Phillip Island IPRA Nationals done and dusted!
We ended up finishing 20th out of over 75 cars in IP which is a bloody awesome result from our small team of Tasmanians 😊

Absolutely awesome driving by Ayrton all weekend! From never driving the track before to finish in the top 20 and also top 3 in classic is such a wicked feeling! Well done mate, well deserved.

23/11/2025

Into the main race at 4pm. Managed to qualify mid field at position 27!
Over the moon with how the car has been going all weekend.
Nothing but fuel and tyres needed, exactly what we wanted!