Walkinshaw performance pack - VE SS

[smurfs101]

Just after some opinions on the Walkinshaw package compared with some other variants out there. Have been quoted $3700 to install air intake, 2.5" exhaust and dyno tune. Have just purchased a new MY9.5 SS Ute - want to get this done fairly soon (ie just after my 3k service). Not sure if all 'Walkinshaw' packages are the same, but would like to know:


Is this price competitive?
Has anyone had this done to their VE SS and if so what was your opinion on the end result?
Has anyone dealt with these guys before: www.formulatech.com.au in Perth?
Any recommendations for other performance shops in Perth (prefer SOR) that I can compare with?
Was told that none of these modifications would effect my warranty (yea right) - anyone care to comment?


I'm not too up to speed on engine mechanics and the like, so I don't want to get taken for a ride and end up ruining my new toy, so any suggestions to steer me in the right direction would be greatly appreaciated and put my mind at ease.

Thanks in advance.

[jaykay]

That's a rip off !!! :vpo:

OTR around $600
X Force 2.5" catback zorst around $1000
Maf tune around $800

Not sure you need a tune with just OTR and catback. If not save the coin for later when you do other mods....

[Regul8]

For that price you should be getting a full exhaust system.

I have heard good and bad things about formula tech ... if i were you i would be calling Mitch at WA Performance:goodjob:.

as for your warranty scares i dont think that its a issue for bolt on's, I wouldn't be breaking that factory seal tho.

[Wastegate]

Walkinshaw Performance = Ma$$Ive ripoff from what I've seen.

You can get better parts for half the money if you shop around.

[V8BEER]

go to wa performance in oconnor and youll get a lot more for $3700 and a better job done:goodjob:

[UTESRULE]

walkinshaw ur paying for the name i hear/read somewhere they are using someones elses product and throw there name on it and bump the price way up

but dont quote me on that

[vyls1wa]

i wouldnt take my car there or pay that, they are a ripoff 16500 for a m112 install on my vy that the setup, injectors and tune, geez, if they didnt want the work just say ya busy. go see mitch at wa performance.

[UTESRULE]

i wouldnt take my car there or pay that, they are a ripoff 16500 for a m112 install on my vy that the setup, injectors and tune, geez, if they didnt want the work just say ya busy. go see mitch at wa performance.

16500 u serious tell them there dreamin

[jaykay]

16500 u serious tell them there dreamin
The Castle...:lmao:

[EXCESSV]

do a search here on formula tech

and after reading the replies and threads on them if your stupid enough to still go there then u cant be helped


SOR - head to Active Automotive and let Shane and Eddy look after you :goodjob:

[Tony_Montana78]

Do a quick search on here for the general concensus on Formula Tech (saving you the time... its not a good opinion).

I know when I priced similar work for my car it really surprised me how much all workshops charged for bolt ons - which I thought wasnt great bang for buck with $$$ spent vs increase in HP. The WP stuff definitely seems like you are paying extra for the badge.

I ended up getting just a manta catback for now and fitted it at home. Not sure if I'll bother with the tune/intake for now, as I have other priorities, plus I dont want to pay twice to have a tune done if I can get a cam approved by the Mrs later.

[steve_t]

walkinshaw ur paying for the name i hear/read somewhere they are using someones elses product and throw there name on it and bump the price way up

but dont quote me on that

Walkinshaw CAI = SS Inductions Growler with Walkinshaw Badge
Walkinshaw Exhaust = HM Perry system with Walkinshaw Badge
Tune - not sure if this is custom tune

As for warranty, Walkinshaw Performance is the same as any aftermarket tuner/modifier. Holden CAN decline warranty claims due to modifications

[V8BEER]

I got a HM/Perry stainless twin 3" for my SSV and im very happy with it, deal striaght with HM if you like their exhausts, save heaps of cash like I did.

[smurfs101]

thanks for the replies guys :)

rang up WA Performance and spoke to Mitch - after having a quick chat I felt much more 'informed' and it was clear that customer service was his priority. the guy I spoke to at formulatech didn't sound too interested in my enquiry so based on that, and your feedback, i won't be heading that way.

will pop into Active Automotive tomorrow and have a chat with them.

looks like i'll be up for between 3.5k to 4.5k regardless, just depends if i want to do the headers or not.

cheers.

[Roonstain]

Walkinshaw CAI = SS Inductions Growler with Walkinshaw Badge
Walkinshaw Exhaust = HM Perry system with Walkinshaw Badge
Tune - not sure if this is custom tune

As for warranty, Walkinshaw Performance is the same as any aftermarket tuner/modifier. Holden CAN decline warranty claims due to modifications
i have seen the HM and walky systems - they do look similar
However, they do sound quite different on the cars....

[steve_t]

I think the HM guy is on LS1. IIRC he said that they manufacture for Walkinshaw but that system is not identical. I wonder if he's allowed to say anything in this thread.... probably not

[MaDDoG]

I have the HM Perry exhaust but way cheaper cost....same as the Walkinshaw one. I also have the Walkinshaw intake which is same as the SS Inductions one and I was charged the same price. Looks nice and neat and worksok.
I don't have the tune done as yet and Walkinshaw do not give you a dyno sheet to show the gains. When I have the cash I will be off to Chevs Performance.

[V8BEER]

I think the HM guy is on LS1. IIRC he said that they manufacture for Walkinshaw but that system is not identical. I wonder if he's allowed to say anything in this thread.... probably not

PM HM headers on here, I did and ended up saving a heaps of cash on there stainless 3" system

[Derek ve ss]

I know Im on the opposite side of the country but Iv just had a tune by Walkinshaw Perf in Brisbane & they did give me the dyno sheets & the result is awesome .. I dont know if they all use the same program for the computer but if they do you cant miss...