Modification Plates
We are proud to be able to certify the following modifications for light and heavy vehicles.
Prices for modification plates begin at $250 for light vehicles and $300 for heavy vehicles.
To find out more or book your vehicle for a modification plate please call 0409 428 856
Light Vehicles
Engines
LA1- Equivalent engine installation
LA2- Performance engine installation
LA3- Supercharger and turbo charger installation
LA4- Engine modifications
Transmissions
LB1: Transmission substitution
LB2: Rear axle substitution
Vehicle controls
LC2: Dual-controls for driver trainer vehicles
LC4: Vehicle controls for persons with a disability
Brakes
LG2: Brake system conversion section
Body and chassis
LH2: Roof conversion
LH4: Modified wheelbase conversion
LH6: Vehicle construction
LH7: Body/chassis variants conversion
LH11: Campervan, motorhome conversion section
Seating and occupant protection
LK1: Seat and seatbelt installation/removal
LK6: Child restraint anchorage installation
LK8: Construction and installation of one-off roll-bars and roll-cages by individuals
LK10: Installation of aftermarket roll-bars, roll-cages and ROPS section
Fuel systems
LM1: Fuel tank installation section
Tyres, rims, suspension and steering
LS2: LHD vehicle steering conversion
LS4: Front suspension and steering modification
LS6: Rear suspension modification
LS10: High lift – up to 150mm modification certification
LS14: Re-rating of Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM)/Gross Trailer Mass (GTM) of a light trailer to manufacturer’s specifications
TMR individual approval
LX1: Modification of light vehicles to the Department of Transport and Main Roads individual approval
Heavy Vehicles
We are proud to be able to certify the following modifications for heavy vehicles.
Engine and ancillaries
A1: Engine substitution
A2: Air cleaner substitution or additional fitment
A3: Turbo charger installation
A4: Exhaust system alteration
A5: Road speed limiter installation
Transmission modification
B1: Transmission substitution of additional fitment
Tail shaft modification
C1: Tail shaft alterations
Rear axles
D1: Rear axle installation
Front axle, steering wheels and tyres
E1: Front axle installation
Suspension modifications
F1: Suspension substitution
F2: Trailer suspension modifications
Brakes
G1: Relocation of air brake components
G2: Installation of trailer braking controls
G3: Trailer brake system upgrade
G5: Fitting of auxiliary and endurance brakes
G6: Fitting of air operated accessories
G7: Brake system substitution/wheelbase extension
Chassis
H1: Wheelbase extension outside OEM options
H2: Wheelbase reduction outside OEM options
H3: Wheelbase alterations within OEM
H4: Chassis alteration
H5: Trailer chassis modifications
Body mounting
J1: Body mounting
Cabin
K1: Seating capacity alteration, seat, seatbelt and anchorage alteration
K3: Cabin conversions
K5: Installation of wheelchair occupant restraint system
K6: Child restraint anchorage installation
Fuel systems
M1: Fuel system alterations
Tow couplings
P1: Towbar and coupling installation other than fifth wheels and kingpins
P2: Fifth wheel and kingpin installation
Vehicle mounted lifting systems
R1: Installation of vehicle mounted lifting systems
R2: Wheelchair loader installation
Vehicle rating
S1: GVM/GCM re-rating (to S2 or S3 approved design or within manufacturer’s
specifications)
S6: Omnibus licencing evaluation
S7: ATM/GTM re-rating
S10: Concessional livestock loading
Tow truck modification
T1: Tow trucks
The Carbon Advantage
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We know you depend on your 4WD, whether it’s a family adventurer or site work vehicle. Have peace of mind knowing Carbon Mechanical Solutions will ensure your vehicle will reliably perform at its optimum no matter your destination.