TESTIMONIALS
& Shop News
We have had great feedback, news about our business, and various events and things here.
Want to see current news? Join our Facebook Group!
News
2011
-
Check out our "Christmas Tree"!!

-
New Support Levels for DPS-LS1 and our GMT Tuner Software. Check out the updates!
-
Welcome back to our News page. We hope you all had a blessed Christmas and New Years! We have a couple new things to announce! First of all, we have an online forum at www.westersgarageforum.com where you can get tech support, information, general knowledge, and maybe learn a few new things from others too. We are really excited about this development and we hope you enjoy it also!
2010
-
Our website can now be accessed by typing "www.westersgarage.com"!!
-
Congratulations to our new dealers who've chosen use to do their tuning for them Thank you for your support -- we'll make your business profitable. -
"...project update/sponsorship (1998 GMC)
"ORD SAS kit, HPD60/14BFF, 5.13 gears, detroit locker, crossover steering, 8/14" travel racerunner resevoir shocks, rear shackle flip, 40x15.50x20 Toyo MT's, 20x12 KMC rockstars with matching spare, PML differential covers and transmission pan, ORME brothers stainless steel brake lines, Highangle Driveline 2pc rear driveshaft, NP241 swap with SYE kit, Mile Marker stainless locking hubs, Kodiak sidewinder power steps at each door, custom front bumper, stull billet grill, Bushwacker cutout fender flares, Goodmark cowl induction hood, LineX bedliner (and soon to be graphics), TYC headlights and park lamps, ProComp front bar and 8" offroad lights, custom interior and JL audio/Pioneer/infinity entertainment system, Volant air intake, flex a lite dual electric fans, Wester's Garage Custom PCM, Borla stainless cat back exhaust system, etc. etc. etc."
Thanks,
R.Brown
Brandon, Manitoba, Canada
-
Finished up development work on 1996-1999 Cadillac ECM--So we can provide custom tuning for your kit cars, turbo, cam, custom 4.6L engine builds. We're presently rebuilding the engine dyno room for further performance engine work and standalone applications. Stay tuned for development on 2000 + Northstar performance, as well as the 2004-2005 Pontiac GXP 4.6L.
-
Check out our Rides Pages. We have some new photos! Currently, we are updating our site to make it a bit simpler.
2009
-
We recently Dyno tuned some 2010 Camaros! Check them out on our YouTube channel as well as the Dyno Results page. -
*NEW* 1994-1995 3.4L V6 Camaro; 1994 VIN "S" 3.4L Flash ECM - Speed Limiter, Trans. Modifications, Engine Modifications. Customized to your vehicle! Only $429.00 -
*NEW* For your older OBD2 Tunercat software, you can now purchase individual tuning software templates for GM Diesels -- Go to the software pricing page.
-
Wow, it's been a while since we've updated our news. We have many new Dyno Runs posted on our YouTube channel and the results are posted on our Dyno Results page. -
We still have been keeping pretty busy despite the economic situation. Thank you to all who have helped us stay in business. Without you, we wouldn't be here. Thanks for the continued support and feedback you have given us to keep us going!! Stay Cool!
-
WESTER'S GARAGE FAMILY FUN NIGHT at Medicine Hat Speedway. September 25, 2009. We gave out free t-shirts and hats to the racers. We had a great time watching all the cars, trucks, and bikes running! Pictures HERE!!
-
GMT software has grown to include the 2002-2005 4.2L Trailblazer, Envoy, Bravada, Isuzu and Saab engine group. -
We've added a "Wester's Garage Video of the Month" page. If you would like to contribute a funny video, please send them to westers.webmaster@gmail.com with the subject "Monthly Video" and we may feature your video on the page!

-
Welcome to 2009!! We at Wester's Garage hope everyone had a safe and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
2008
-
Some Important Information regarding Extended Warranties!! -
AMVIC News Release - 12 November 2008
To Motor Vehicle Sales Businesses and Media
AMVIC warns not to purchase extended warranties from unknown sources Edmonton... The Alberta Motor Vehicle Industry Council (AMVIC) is cautioning consumers about a company named Warranty Center that is trying to sell after-market vehicle warranties to Albertans.
"This company is not licensed to sell warranties in Alberta," says Bob Hamilton, executive director of AMVIC.
Consumers are being contacted by a company representative advising that their vehicle warranty will expire in two days. The representative claims the information was provided by the manufacturer that provided the original warranty.
Consumers are then offered a five-year extended warranty for $175 and asked to provide a credit card number. The representative tells consumers they can contact Warranty Center at 1-877-914-7776.
Extended Warranty contracts on vehicles are considered to be insurance and are regulated under the Insurance Act. To confirm that the product you are considering is being offered by a licensed insurance company and a properly authorized Restricted Insurance agent please contact the Alberta Insurance Council at 1-800-461-3367.
"Do not purchase an extended warranty from any unknown source," advises Hamilton. "We suggest consumers contact the dealer where they purchased the vehicle if they want to buy an extended warranty. Consumers can also contact AMVIC at 1-877-979-8100 or www.amvic.org if they have questions about an extended warranty."
AMVIC is responsible for administering and enforcing motor vehicle industry regulations under Alberta's Fair Trading Act.
-
-
GXP Pontiac Solstice Dyno Results see Dyno Results Page. See comparison between GXP and a 2005 stock Corvette!
-
GXP Pontiac Solstice Race Tune Finished! Dyno Results for 2.0 L Turbo GXP Pontiac Solstice. See STOCK, TUNED, and a comparison of both Dyno runs on our Dyno Results Page. -
Under the STOCK Dyno run, at 3439 RPM - 196.3 STP Torque C lb-ft made -
Under the TUNED Dyno run, at 3434 RPM - 284.0 STP Torque C lb-ft made (actual peak torque - 294.4 lb-ft between 3209 and 3215 RPM!) -
That's an increase of 98.1 lb-ft of Torque at the wheels!!
-
-
Under the STOCK Dyno run, between 4765 and 4801 RPM - avg. HP 181.1 -
Under the TUNED Dyno run, between 4765 and 4801 RPM - avg. HP 234.8 (actual peak) -
That's an increase of 53.7 Horsepower!!
-
-
-
Finished fabrication, wiring and installation on a 2000 GM truck with a 2008 LS3 Corvette engine. Got best burnout award at StreetWheelers' weekend in Lethbridge, Alberta. -
Paint and body by Davis Pontiac, Lethbridge ! Pictures found on our Rides Page. Here's a response from the owner: -
"Hey Lyndon,
Just letting you know the LS3 truck ran a 13.6 @ 99MPH. It was pretty consistent if I could keep the tires from spinning. I'm happy with the results so far. Hopefully in the hat on the 12th/13th I can improve on those numbers a bit more.
Also I hope you remember that Denali I put a rear mount turbo on. I'm just waiting on a converter for it and hopefully we will have it up to you in 3 weeks time. I know you are busy but this is my customers daily driver so hopefully a week is long enough for ya if you can kinda schedule it in to finish up the tune. Thanks."
-
-
Check out the new Ford F250 Super Chief Hydrogen!! Pictures -
We've uploaded some videos to YouTube.com... Check them out on our YouTube channel!! -
Happy Canada Day!! (July 1) Happy Independence Day (July 4 - USA)
-
Check out this customer's 1/4 mile video!! Click Here
-
Our software line up grows. We've just added more 1996-2005 vehicles. Check the price list and software links for more information. Presently, we've got the only software package for programming all GM 6.5 Turbo Diesels, 1996 and 1997 GM Flash ECM coverage for V6 cars and trucks, as well as V8 !
-
Race tune finished for 2007 GXP Pontiac. 280+HP and 300+ftlbs torque from this mighty little 2.0L engine from Pontiac. Very impressed...and I think it's got a lot more in it from what we can see. Ship your ECM to us directly for a VERY fun ride.
-
See this article on the SAE website that describes how the surprising new GM V8 diesel engines have no manifolds! -- **Update** Article seems to be missing :( -
Information on '08 Hummer H3 Alfa Dyno results!! Check out our Dyno Results Page for original document and for highlighted results showing the Wester's programming!
-
If you need or want to put a 4.0 V8 or 4.6L Northstar in an offroad application, we are now custom tuning these for 1996-1999 series engines only.
1998
-
Chassis Dyno Installed - Electronics R&D Begin
2000
-
Custom tuning files for Pontiac Fiero V6 and 4 cyl finished. Delveloped Tuning file templates for GM TD 6.5 1994-1995
2002
-
An electronics subcontractor contacted us about 4.3L conversions for UPS vans across North America and we're proud to say that our modified code was chosen for use in those deliver vans.
2003
-
Compiling 1996-2001 6.5 GM Turbo Diesel programming for the flash PCM. Run 18 PSI + boost no codes and no defueling. -
BIG COUNTRY Oilfield (Medicine Hat, AB) is contemplating a 100+ truck retrofit of our custom PCM's to save fuel, limit speed and ensure overall driveability of their GM Fleet.
- 57 of their 2003-2006 GM Fleet have been programmed at this point, including Duramax.
-
(15th) Flint Field Service Ltd (Redcliff, AB) has just ordered 40 Custom Tuned PCM's for their fleet of 1999-2003 GM trucks to improve fuel economy. These PCM's are speed limited, which will save tire, brake, and powertrain wear as well as improve fuel economy over the long haul. Early estimates on fuel savings alone will reach $1800 per vehicle per year. Congratulations on a great decision.
-
We've just completed a contract with the US Military in 50 new 2002 6.0L GM Suburbans. Sorry--can't tell you much about it.
2004
-
Hummermax 'extreme' project delivered to Powerplay Performance (Utah). Should be at the SEMA show ! First Duramax in an H2?
-
Injector core program started. Added Impala/Monte Carlo and Grand Am V6 custom programming to the lineup.
-
Compiling 1996-2000 GM Vortec Truck PCM flash templates. -
Completed 2001-2004 C5 Corvette coding for KR problems with Supercharging.
-
Completed high performance tuning for first generation Duramax (230HP 'above stock' at the wheels--no speed limiter for 2001-2004). -
Compiling CTS-V Cadillac code--performance tuning finished.
-
Completing 3.8L V6 Camaro and Firebird coding for 1996-2002. Will re-look at Aurora and Cadillac code soon...
2005
-
Our own Duramax Dealer level software package. DDT Tuner ... Details...
-
Time for an engine dyno... -
We broke the 500HP barrier on the Duramax...549HP and over 1030 ft/lbs TQ (Mustang Dyno -- Edmonton, AB) with just a computer reflash.
-
Testing 2004 Envoy and Trailblazer -- 2005 Tuned PCM Now available.
-
Testing 2003 Trailblazer. Gains are good, as well as mileage improvements--more testing to follow. -
Electronic Camshaft test machine arrives. Check it out at www.performancetrends.com
-
New SUPERFLOW SF600 Flow bench has arrived for testing and development work.
-
Testing 2002 Trailblazer. HP Gains are good, as well as mileage improvement of 4-5 MPG (direct customer feedback).
-
WESTERS GARAGE remote programming software package available--call for details -- covers 1996-2006 GM Products.
-
2004-2005 LLY Duramax testing done. Excellent mileage and HP gains.
-
Finished coding on 2001-2004 Pontiac Venture vans ! More V6's to come...
-
Bench flashing 2003-2004 Trailblazer and Envoy PCM ! Performance modifications to follow... -
All GM V6's added to programming lineup -- 2001-2004 HOT Duramax programming exceeding any plug in module.
2006
-
Check out our Scanner and Programming Software on the Price list page! You can now purchase a programming system with ability to program one year specifically and purchase each additional year individually. We've just purchased a Superflow Engine dyno, but haven't had any time to set things up yet. Look for announcements in the future as we develop more streetrod performance engine packages for our clients. -
FORD-PRO: Ford read and write programming system for our dealers is now ready! Call for details! This will include new interface, module, cables and software. Updates for the GM dealer system will include V6 cars, Trailblazer/Envoy 4.2, 6.5 Turbo Diesels, Integrated Scan Tool: ECM-PRO. VERY SOON!!! CLICK HERE to see programming software on the price list for more details
-
-
Custom Programming for FORD coming VERY SOON!!! Custom tuning will include 7.3 and 6.0 Turbo Diesel.
-
First 1994-95 6.5 Turbo Diesel programming system available! See SHOP under OBD1 System
-
Same Duramax customer runs a 12.2 E.T. @ Medicine Hat Drag Racing track and then runs an 11.87 on nitrous to top the night. Congratulations Fred Weisgerber of Medicine Hat, AB!!
-
One of our customers runs a 12.8 E.T. (2600 ft elevation track) with his BD Turbo (46 PSI boost) equipped 2002 Duramax truck !! Running our race tune, of course ! As we work further with him, expect even better times...If you can't tow your trailer with your race car--race your tow rig !
-
2.2L and 2.4L -- 4 cylinder support for GM. Includes Cavalier, Sunfire, Grand Am, Alero, S10/Sonoma !! Supporting 1997-2005 -
--FLASH-- We're working with a GM dealership on a LS7 Swap into a 2005 GM 4x4 Silverado . Stay tuned for the results ! UPDATE** Runs well--but needs a larger exhaust system. Hope to get more feedback from the owner soon.
-
More support for the software tuning package. Now included is 1996-2006 GM Truck models including all engine combinations with 4.3L, 4.8L, 5.0L, 5.3L, 5.7L, 6.0L, 6.6L, 7.4L and 8.1L -- including motorhomes / HD chassis through to the S10 Trucks and mini-vans. Can be purchased as an upgrade from any dealer package or DDTuner package.
-
RealTime Support for our DDTuner software package. Tune your Duramax in REAL TIME!
-
Added 2.4L LE5 Pontiac Solstice and other models, 3.9L LZ9, 4.4L Supercharged Cadillac and LS7 as well as the 2006 Chevrolet HHR to our programming lineup. Check the pricelist for new models. -
Factory PCM for 4.2L GM available...streetrod applications only--still in development.
2007
-
Merry Christmas to all--and a prosperous New Year !! -
OILFIELD Environmental agencies have placed restrictions on operator trucks equipped with afterburner carbon filters on newer GM diesels or they're not allowed in the environment. -
We listened--custom programs for 2007-2008 Diesels are ready for GM particulate filter and afterburner delete. We guarantee 22+ MPG highway with all 2007-2008 Duramax LBZ and LMM Custom programs (stock tire size). -
Presently working on the same help for our Dodge and Ford clients.
-
-
OFFBOARD FORD harnesses available for the Ford Pro dealers. Now you can reprogram Ford EECV ECA units out of the vehicle in total confidence with our DPS-FORD SYSTEM, bypass dash and PATS system interference. -
OILFIELD Environmental agencies have placed restrictions on operator trucks equipped with afterburner carbon filters on newer GM diesels or they're not allowed in the environment. -
We listened--custom programs for 2007-2008 Diesels are ready for GM particulate filter and afterburner delete. We guarantee 22+ MPG highway with all 2007-2008 Duramax LBZ and LMM Custom programs.
-
-
Totally absorbed in tuning several new performance models, including the 2008 Pontiac GXP. Recently made over 300ft/lbs torque at the wheels at 3500 RPM with the supplied dealership car. Dyno sheets to follow...
-
The new Dyno is in!!! Check out the pictures of getting it in and set up! Click Here
-
NEW DYNO ordered. We're replacing our 500HP MAHA with a new Autodyne 1800 HP unit from Superflow. Stay tuned for details... -
Now available in Canada. Lease purchase our software packages! Click here for software package information! Click Here for more information on why we are using National Leasing. Why lay out all your cash up front...make payments, leases qualify for full tax write off benefits, also. -
First to the market with a custom program for the 2.0L Solstice and Saturn Sky Turbo GXP cars. Clients are already shipping computers directly to us for reprogramming. 62 ft/lbs gained at the wheels with great driveabilty. Returned Dyno sheets from independent tests indicate 262 HP at the wheels ! -
Race Duramax for 2006-2007-2008 LBZ, LMM guaranteed to outperform the competition with great driveability. -
Custom Reprogramming available for ALL GM 1996+ gasoline vehicles for E85 use. You must send your computer or supply VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) and computer service number for the software modifications required. You will not be able to use conventional gasoline after this software remap. Expect similar mileage and additional power gains with these updates.
-
Custom Reprogramming available for ALL Listed MEFI controllers--ship them up and we'll get them back fast. -
Since 1992 the GM Delphi MEFI ECM Controllers have been used in a wide variety of applications, including: -
Marine - MerCruiser, Indmar, and many boating applications -
Off-Road use includes - Sand rails, race cars, industrial engines, and more -
GM Crate Engines - Ramjet 502, Ramjet 350, LT1, LS1, LS2, LS6, LS7, Ecotec -
Includes MEFI-1, MEFI-2, MEFI-3, MEFI-4, MEFI-4A, MEFI-4B units.
-
-
These guys have a stock engine, Wester's Garage Tuning, headers and torque converter. They were the Foot Break Wally Winner at Area 51 Dragway. To view actual time slip click here -
Time 11:25pm -
Altitude 4750 -
Temperature 62 F -
Humidity 62 -
Bar Pressure 30.14 -
Wind 5-8 mph side wind -
Index 12.70 -
Reaction .6631 -
60 ft 1.7270 -
330 ft 5.1647 -
1/8 ET 8.0788 -
1/8 MPH 85.08 -
1/4 ET 12.7089 -
1/4 MPH 105.08
-

-
Now available in Canada. Lease purchase our software packages! Click here for more information! You'll also find out more information on why we are using National Leasing. Why lay out all your cash up front...make payments, leases qualify for full tax write off benefits, also. -
1996-2000 Vortec 5.0L, 5.7L Performance Injector Spider sets--developed and tuned here only. These injector sets flow 20% above stock and are perfect for the 383 performance engines, as well as supercharger applications. See the pricing page for more information. -
Reprogramming available for running E85 Ethanol in your vehicle. No extra add-on parts required. Simple computer or Memcal/Prom swap. Initial mileage testing is good--8-10% loss from gasoline use.
-
OBD1 6.5TD Realtime programming package is now available. Just added 1997-2002 GM V6 3.1, 3.4, 3.8L as well as minivan support for the Pontiac Venture Van to the GMT programming system. We're going to start looking at Cadillac Northstar development again to get an editing package finished.
-
OBD1 6.5TD and OBD2 6.5TD packages are available. Check the SHOP. Realtime tuning is available soon.
-
Our GM 6.5 Turbo Diesel reprogramming software beta release is ready! This update covers 37 calibrations for 1996-2003 6.5 Turbo Diesels including H1. Dealers... its a FREE update! Anyone with the GMT or DDT tuner package please email us for your update! This is the ONLY 6.5 Turbo Diesel editing package available for OBD2. We're so busy with software, the engine dyno installation has been put on the back burner. The oil patch seems to snatch all the good workers--good help in the shop has been hard to find.
-
Snell Motors supplied a 2007 Yukon running on E85--and we got it running right after retuning on our chassis dyno with a new Magnuson Radix Supercharger. Nice rig, fast--and mileage was running 15-16 MPG (and it was -35C that day !!). We did run into a Stabilitrac issue, but we're expecting the module from Lingenfelter will solve this for them (UPDATE) Apparently we got carried away with the maximum torque this engine would develop and we built in our own stabilitrac problem with the values we set in the program. Problem solved by reprogramming correctly.



-
Congratulations to Brian from Medicine Hat, Alberta who won the SONY Playstation 3 in our Triple Dog Power Pup Bully Dog Draw in December! His wife came to pick it up for him, their kids could hardly wait! Merry Christmas and many thanks from Wester's Garage for their support.

Testimonials
True Blue Motorsports
John - 2003 Envoy Computer in Offroad Vehicle
Jeff - TBSS
Russell -
-
Whipple Supercharger kit made for 96-98 Vortec 454 as delivered (unmodified). The kit advertises 5-7lbs of boost for this application. -
42lb matched injectors supplied by you. -
78mm bored throttle body from Xtreme-FI -
Flex-a-lite dual fan kit PN 280 with manually adjustable on/off fan control. I will adjust this as needed -
180 degree thermostat -
Stock cam, stock heads, stock internals - engine has never been opened up -
Stock fuel pump -
Edelbrock TES shorty headers -
High flow replacement catalytic converters -
Magnaflow dual 3" in / single 3" out muffler - Performance distributors firepower vortec ignition w/wires
-
New AC Delco platinum replacement plugs gapped to .050 -
5.13 differential gears (stock ratio was 4.10) -
37" tires - Toyo Open Country MT. Specs (from their website): Diameter = 37 -
Transmission: 4L80E with B&M trans pan and external HD cooler. It was rebuilt and supposedly beefed up 10k miles ago.


Mark - 1931 Model A with 1996 LT1 Computer
Hi Lyndon,
Videos of Some of Our Customers
-
Watch Here ... 6.2L LS3 wrangler stock rotating assembly, ported heads, mild cam, 250hp NOS. Running 4.40sec on 100 yard sand drag track -
Watch Here ... A Sunfire ECM on a Dirt Track -
Watch Here ... Truggy -
Watch Here ... Solstice Dyno Run at our Shop
Alex T. J. - 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP
1995 6.5 Turbo Diesel Customer
Larry - 2007 Acadia
Mike -
Rob - 1998 GMC Sierra - Cover Quest
One of our customer's trucks was featured in 8-Lug magazine! Check out the spread here.
-
H.Bullee and Sons custom leaf springs -
HPD60 (front) -
14-bolt FF (rear) -
5.13 gearing -
Detroit Locker in the rear -
PML Inc. differential covers and transmission pan with temp sensor -
High Angle Driveline rear two-piece shaft with 1450 joints -
SYE kit from JB Conversions for the NP241 swap -
Offroad Design rear shackle flip -
Rear disc conversion -
Off-road Direct SAS kit -
Off Road Unlimited front sway bar -
Off Road Unlimited crossover front steering -
Custom-built front crossmember (factory one removed) -
Custom-built front shock hoops -
Six Sway-A-Way/RaceRunner 14-inch-travel reservoir shocks -
20x12 KMC Rockstars painted to match with matching spare -
40x15.50x20 Toyo M/Ts -
Mile Marker stainless steel manual hubs -
Bonneville SSEI bucket seats -
Factory rear leather seat from donor -
Black carpet from ACC with matching carpeted mats -
Black inserts in the doors -
Custom-painted headliner of a WWII air raid -
FatMat throughout the truck (two layers, four on the doors) -
JLW612 subwoofer fires out the back of the center console, which is shaped like a bomb -
Custom-built amp rack that's mounted to the bottom of the rear seat with a built-in cooling fan to move air around and behind the amps for extra cooling -
JL450/4 amp -
JL500/1 amp -
Kicker 6-inch components up front -
Infinity 4x6 plates in the rear -
Pioneer in-dash DVD/CD/MP3 player -
Viper two-way paging alarm system -
0 awg wiring throughout -
Custom gauge overlay (brushed aluminum) -
Nu Image billet accessories throughout (heater knobs, etc.) -
Triple-gauge pillar pod with three Auto Meter gauges (trans temp, vacuum, and air/fuel) -
Billet, flamed steering wheel -
Custom-machined .50-cal solid steel transfer case shifter -
Billet rearview mirror
-
Volant cool-air intake -
Vararam intake plenum -
Dual Odyssey batteries -
Flex-A-Lite dual 15-inch Monster fan -
HD radiator swap -
Borla cat-back exhaust -
Wester's Garage PCM tune
-
Custom mix of my own, Olive Drab by Endura -
Bushwacker Cut-Out fender flares -
Steel painted handles ('88 to '94 GM) -
CIPA power extendable mirrors (painted to match) -
Stull billet grille -
Custom-made grille emblem (old belt buckle I had) -
Pro Comp front bar (modified) -
Pro Comp 8-inch off-road lights -
Sectioned factory front bumper for tire clearance -
Goodmark cowl-induction hood -
Billet fuel door (painted to match) -
FBI steel roll pan -
TYC headlights and park lamps -
LineX bedliner -
Kodiak power steps with 12-inch arm conversion

Ken -
Chris V -
Chris V - (Dyno Results)
Keith G. - 2007 GMC
Richard - 2005 Duramax
Bill - 1998 Cadillac
Thomas Caladrino - NYC Performance Tuning - Cadillac CTSV
Alex T. J. - 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP
Hi Lyndon,
Dale Adams - Dale Adams Automotive - 2001 4.8L Chevy
Cam - Port Sheldon Auto - 2003 Chevy Trailblazer
Richard
Colin R. - Davis Pontiac Buick GMC
Preston C. - 2007 GM Truck
Dave F.
Maktoom, Kuwait - 2008 6.2L Hummer H2
Bob K. - 2003 Corvette
GM-Trucks.com/Forums
Wayne Sundberg from Sunoka Custom Tune (emailed custom tune) - 99 Chevy Truck with 87 Hot tune; 5.3 L stock truck
Wayne Sundberg from Sunoka Custom Tune (emailed custom tune) - 04 Chevy Truck 6.0 L
Charles W. (Todd) Schrack - GXP
Carlos L. - 2008 GXP
Cory - Pontiac Grand Prix
Wayne Sundberg from Sunoka Custom Tune (emailed custom tune) - 1996 T-bird
Alex T. J. - 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP
Wayne Sundberg from Sunoka Custom Tune (emailed custom tune) - 2005 Ford E450 V-10 Motorhome
Wayne Sundberg from Sunoka Custom Tune (emailed custom tune) - 2006 Duramax
J. M. - 2008 Solstice GXP
Joel P. - Paynton Performance
Just a couple of updates from the races. The 2010 Camaro ran a 12.10 with traction problems… he was running faster than any of the supercharged mustangs that were there (there were a couple)…
Dave M. - Solstice GXP
Scott H. - Mass Diesel (email tune for a 1997 Corvette)
Steve M.
Solstice Forum
Please visit the Solstice Forum for additional feedback... TRUST US, read to the end!!
First off let me lead up to how I came to the conclusion that Lyndon has three major problems with his latest hot tune.
Many, many moons ago (late 50’s early 60’s I was bit by the proverbial Hot Rod bug. Through the years I owned and raced muscle cars (muscle car was not even a term back then). After 15 plus years of adrenalin rush of racing in a straight line, I then got hooked on 911 Porsche’s in the mid 70’s. In the early and mid 80’s the bug bit a little harder and I started my love affair with Turbo Porsche’s.
Through the years as I became older (but not wiser) speed was still an addiction but straight line acceleration was only a part of the equation. The Turbo Porsche’s taught me the value of learning how to drive fast on road courses in addition to straight line acceleration. As I entered into the 90’s I became a little more practical with expendable income (son went off to college) and I divorced myself from the high cost and maintenance of modifying my Porsche’s by purchasing a Third Generation RX-7 Twin Turbo. The little Mazda was one hell of a car for the money and satisfied my love of straight line acceleration and good handling on the road courses.
At times I still miss the love of my life the Turbo Porsche’s, especially my highly modified ones that would cruise all day at 170 and give me the occasional adrenaline rush at 190 +, but the Twin Turbo RX-7 would haul butt with a few modifications to seals, porting, larger intercooler, adjustable turbo controls and ECU tuning.
As we entered into the new millennium and my life was slowing down both physically and mentally, I thought it best to give up my “need for speed” and gently entered into the comfort zone of Lexus LS 400’s where I could drive with one hand on the wheel, cigar in the other and cruise in pure quiet surroundings. My wife absolutely loved the few LS series Lexus’s we acquired and to this day that is all she will drive.
Well when Pontiac came out with the Solstice in 06, I immediately fell in love with the aesthetics of the car but after driving one I knew I would not be happy with the lack of power. In 07 when they came out with the GXP I decided to purchase the “little hemi” after a quick spin around the block in one.
My logic of the purchase was 3 fold.
1. Buy the car for its great visual appearance and enter it in car shows
2. Buy the car for its fair performance against Ricer type cars and other American cars with moderate HP engines like the standard V8 Mustangs.
3. Buy the car for its great gas mileage potential from a moderate performing engine.
Well I have never been disappointed with the car (I will have owned it for two years this coming December). The stock GXP is an excellent car for the price especially for a person who over the past 50 years has lost some reflexes and lost some peripheral vision which limits ones ability to drive like a teenager or young adult!!!!
Now everything was going fine with the GXP. I entered it in car shows, tried performance runs against similar powered Ricer cars and standard V8 Mustangs and enjoyed making trips to car events or taking short vacations while getting great gas mileage. I was relatively successful at Car Shows, relatively successful against the Ricers, Boxters, Z3 BMW’s and last but not least Mustangs and the last saving grace was I was relatively happy with the good gas mileage.
As time went by, I added a little of this and a little of that to make the GXP more refined and attractive at Car Shows (JPM full interior upgrade among other small things). Added a few power adders for better performance like Solo’s Mach system and high flow CAT, Hahn Intercooler, Fujita intake, etc.
The car became a better performer at Car Shows (won my first “Best in Show Trophy this past June). Also, with the above mentioned performance mods, the car ran a little better and I had finally cracked the 14 second barrier with a best run of 13.74 in the quarter with the above mentioned power adders. The gas mileage also increased to a best of 34.6 MPG on expressway travels.
Well after much debate and review of tunes offered by a few different Tuners I decided to get the Wester’s Tune since in my opinion, Lyndon was the pioneer of adequately breaking the code on the GXP ECU and I respected and admired his ambition to take a low volume car and spending countless hours working out the bugs of the Bendix nanny controls. I realized there were currently less expensive tunes that recently hit the market but I also thought it appropriate to give my money to the one Tuner who took the highest risk on “return on investment.”
So off went the ECU to Tilley, Canada and within a six day period back came the ECU from Tilley, Canada. I quickly reinstalled the ECU in my GXP and much to my disappointment I experienced the 3 major problems which are the subject of this thread.
The 3 Major Problems with the Westers Tune are:
1. I purchased my GXP to be a toy and fun car to enter in Car Shows. Well after installing the Westers Tune I think my Car Show days are a thing of the past. The car is now collecting bugs at an abnormal rate and those 100+ MPH bugs who hit the paint surface and front windshield are destroying the front of the car.
2. After installing the Tune, I am now more prone to loose more races then in the past. The car is so much quicker in straight line acceleration that I no longer bother racing the cars I previously found to be competitive. I am now more interested in finding higher performing competition like the larger than 2.7 L Boxter, the Z4 BMW, Shelby and Rauch HP Mustangs, some late model 911 type Porsche’s, the new Lotus and even some C5 Vettes. I know I will not beat all the above mentioned cars but it is now possible to either give them a good run for the money or in some cases “clean their clock.”
3. I had Lyndon raise the Rev Limiter to 7200 RPM so I could perform 0 to 60 runs without the need to shift into 3rd gear and my 0 to 60 times are now in the 4.4 to 4.7 range depending on launch quality. I have not run the quarter yet but I expect about a half second to three quarter second improvement which I do not think is unrealistic. The pulling power in forth gear is now similar to some of my old muscle cars. However the down side to the power increase is, I am experiencing about 21 MPH around town mixed in with some highway usage, whereas before the Tune I was getting about 24 MPG. Of course the reason for the decrease is because I can not keep my foot out of it. I have now placed about 500 miles on the Westers tune and I am averaging around 27 MPG with mixed usage around town and highway, which is about 3 MPG more than similar trips in the past.
Considering my experience with the Westers Tune I would strongly sway you away from getting this tune for your GXP. It is going to ruin your paint, make you loose more races and decrease your gas mileage. And perhaps there is one more reason I suggest you avoid this Tune. I want my GXP to be faster than yours and if you get this Tune you may be my next defeat.
In closing let me just state the GXP owners on this Forum owe Lyndon a big round of applause and a thank you for his dedication and “stick-to-it-ness.” Without Lyndon I doubt the other recent “Tuner vendors” would have their product on the market. Thanks Lyndon!!!!!:thumbs: :thumbs: :thumbs:
Frank I
Solstice Dyno Customer
Rich - on 'Pass Time'
Davis Pontiac -
Jim G. - 2007 Solstice & 2004 GTO
Vince V. - 8.1L GM 4x4 Truck
Frank P. - 2008 Chevy HHR SS
Colin R. - LS3 Truck - Davis Pontiac Buick GMC
Paul M. - 2003 Duramax
Richard C. L. - 2008 Hummer H2
TJ from TJ's Auto Repairs - 2005 Duramax
Bruce S. - 2007 NBS 5.3L GM
Charles M.
Larry W. - 2002 6.0L 4x4 GM Gas
Dino - 2002 Duramax [Quebec, Canada]
Ryan - 1989 TBI Truck [Swift Current, Saskatchewan]
K. Browning - 1994 GMC Sierra 4.3 V6 TBI RUNS GREAT [Rockford, Illinois]
Shannon - 2001 Corvette [Davenport, Calgary, Alberta]
Dealer Martin S., Customer George (emailed custom tune from Wester's Garage) - 2004 Duramax [Ontario]
M. Wester - 1998 3.8L Camaro
Lance H. - 2002 GZMC 2500HD 4x4
Wayne S.
Brian K.
Joel P. from Paynton Performance
Todd H. - Discount Tire Direct
Steve from SS Autoworks
Tom from Tbyrne Motorsports
Lee H. - GM TBI Truck
Dean S. - DenaliFest 2007
Some of our customers get together for their annual "DenaliFest" Check out their "DenaliFest'07"
Well. Denali Fest 2007 is a memory now. Good times and good friends were made too. It will be 10 days that I'll never forget. Finally meeting the people that you once only knew by name. We waited and waited and then it happened and then it was over. I went and got some new Wheels, PowerSlot Brake Rotors and a Raised Cowl Hood while I was down there. My Truck as it went down to DF/07. by Canmore, Alberta.
The second photo is what it looked like coming home afterwards.


My new Wheels and Rotors. 20 inch BOSS 313's with TOYO Proxes S/T's P285/50/20.


From Right to Left. Scott's, Ryan's, Mark's, Mine, Travis's, John's, Travis's Dad's Red SS, Larry's C3.











A week after I got home, I hooked up with Juan in Edmonton and the next day, he visited you at your shop.

Lyndon, I hope you enjoyed the pictures and they didn't bog down your computer. I wanted to personally thank you for your support of DTC's DF/07 and look forward to finally meeting you someday.
Dean S. -- Sherwood Park, Alberta
Joel P. from Paynton Performance - 2005 LLY Duramax
Will W. - 2002 Envoy
Michael P. - 383HT with TBI
Steve M. - 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP 2.0L Turbo
Butch. - Advanced Products
Alex T. J. - 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP
Ross C. - 8.1L