ENGINEERING SIGNATORY
Packard Automotive is one of the select few Perth automotive businesses authorised to perform and assess vehicle modifications.
Proprietor Jack Packard worked as a mechanical engineer in the manufacturing, power generation and automotive industry and is recognised by the Department of Transport as an Engineering Signatory for light vehicle modifications. We are experienced and qualified to preform assessments on all types of light vehicle modifications including.
- GVM Upgrades
- Suspension Lifts
- Engine modifications and Swaps
- Chassis modifications and Swaps
- Caravan and trailer ATM upgrades
- Seating modifications
- Brake upgrades and modifications
Vehicle Modifications – the process
We’re happy to consult and assess your vehicle modifications. We’re experienced and familiar with the Department of Transport process, and can guide you throughout.
Before modifying your vehicle, the first step is to consult with an engineer to determine if the modifications are legal.
Next, submit a Department of Transport applicationto modify a light vehicle.
Once assessed, the Department of Transport will issue an Approval in Principle document. In this document there will be a list of items that require an engineer’s assessment. Your engineer guides you through the modification process then inspects and tests your vehicle. Once your engineer is satisfied they submit a report to the department of transport. The department of transport then send through your modification permit and your vehicle is now legal and a letter telling you if you need to have the vehicle undergo a roadworthy assessment.
If your vehicle is already modified the process is still the same except your engineer will be assessing the works already completed.
- Certified Noise Test – $45
- Certified 5 Gas Emission Test – $175
- Certified Brake Test – $175
- Set coil-overs to lowest legal setting and align – from $150
- Lane Change Testing – $POA
- Chassis beaming and torsion testing $POA
