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Competitive Prices, Performance Experts, Fast & Efficient Service

Why Choose Van Der Linde Developments?.

We believe that high-performance quality should be accessible. With over 50 years of expertise, we offer competitively priced cylinder head and camshaft developments ensuring you get exceptional value without compromising on performance. Our transparent pricing reflects our commitment to delivering superior results at competitive prices.

Our team of expert technicians and machinists are the key to our success. With decades of combined experience in high-performance vehicle tuning and developments, we bring unparalleled skill and precision to every project. Our team is not only highly trained but are also passionate about the work they do, ensuring that each product we develop meets the highest standards of performance and reliability.

We understand that time is crucial when it comes to high-performance upgrades. That’s why we pride ourselves on our fast delivery without compromising on quality. Our efficient processes, combined with a skilled team and state-of-the-art equipment, ensure that every project is completed on timeously.

Shaun Van Der Linde of Van der Linde Developments

40+

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Performance is our Passion.

"At Van der Linde Developments, performance isn’t just a business—it’s our legacy. Precision, power, and passion drive everything we do". – Shaun van der Linde

Van der Linde Developments is a legacy of speed, precision, and performance. Founded over 50 years ago by Hennie van der Linde, a three-time National Modified Saloon Car Champion. The company has been at the forefront of high-performance automotive engineering. In 2000, racing legend Shaun van der Linde took over the reigns, bringing his wealth of motorsport experience to the business. As a South African Driver’s Champion, (1992) and 1994 SA Touring Car Champion, and four-time Production Car Champion (2000–2005), Shaun's deep understanding of performance tuning and race-winning engineering continues to drive the company’s success. Today, Van der Linde Developments remains a powerhouse of innovation, with expertise in camshaft reprofiling, gas-flowed cylinder heads, Magnuson Superchargers and finely tuned engine management systems. Our skilled technicians and decades of hands-on experience ensure that every cylinder head and camshaft we enhance delivers peak performance. The Van der Linde legacy extends beyond engineering into the global motorsport arena. Kelvin and Sheldon van der Linde, Shaun's sons, have both achieved remarkable success on the international motorsport scene. Most notably, on the 2nd of February 2025, the brothers, alongside Brazilian driver Augusto Farfus, clinched victory at the prestigious Bathurst 12 Hour race. With a passion for precision and a history of excellence, Van der Linde Developments continues to lead in high-performance enhancements.

Michelle, Shaun and Jaco standing in the reception of Van der Linde Developments
Michelle, Shaun and Jaco
Van Der Linde Development's services

What We Do, and how we do it.

Camshafts

Service camshaft and supply billets


    • Re-profiling of petrol and diesel camshafts
    • Performance modifications for naturally aspirated/forced induction camshafts
    • Refacing of cam followers
    • Polishing and straightening of camshafts
    • Welding and repairing damaged camshaft journals and lobes
    • Camshaft Doctor Analysis
    • Lengthening of valves
Cylinder Heads

Gasflow and recondition of cylinder heads


    • Pressure testing
    • Gas flow cylinder heads
    • Recondition cylinder heads
    • Race-angled valve seat machining
    • Skimming of cylinder heads
    • Refacing & swirl cutting of valves
    • Valve guide replacement
    • Alignline boring
    • K-liners
    • Valve inserts replacement
    • Manufacture custom valves
    • Chemical cleaning of cylinder heads
Conversions

Specialised conversion (distinctive vehicle brands)


    • Simple solution to improve vehicle performance
    • Unichip installation plus dyno (specific)
    • Stage 1 and 2 software upgrades (Diesel)
    • Cylinder head gas flow modification
    • Camshaft reprofiling and degree timing