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A Farewell to the ‘Camfather’

Hot Boats at the Grand National Roadster Show 2025

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Building a vintage hot rod wrapped around a modern chassis and body is a popular segment of the hobby today. Over 10 years of parts collecting went into the construction of this hot rod. The finishes on this car all look 50 years old, but in reality, the car has only been built for 5 years. It is a masterful blend of the old and the new.

CAMARO COMPARO
As recognizable as the first-generation Camaro coupes and convertibles are, distinguishing a ’67, ’68 or even the extremely popular ’69 can be difficult for the uninformed. This can be especially true when considering the number of available options, including hoods, SS and RS option combinations and custom body modifications. However, making an accurate and quick identification of a potential project car, as well as tracking its history, options and drivetrain, is simple if you’re armed with the correct information and tools.

10 for 10
In today’s automotive aftermarket, building a great-running, awesome truck can soon lead to a depleted bank account. With the cost of billet wheels, the price of modern powertains and paint jobs costing thousands of dollars, building a truck for under $10,000 can, to many, seem like an impossible undertaking. During a serious editorial meeting to discuss that very topic, the one thing we all agreed upon is just how difficult it would truly be to build a $10,000 truck.
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Product Spotlight: Dynamat Xtreme Bulk Pack
Kill the Noise. Tighten the Feel. Level-up the Build.
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The Auto Builder Staff
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Why You Need Dynamat Xtreme in Your Build
The Xtreme Bulk Pak gives you 36 square feet of proven vibration control — enough coverage to attack the floors, doors, roof, trunk, firewall, and anywhere else sheetmetal likes to sing the wrong tune. Road noise, exhaust drone, panel buzz — gone. What’s left is a quieter cabin, sharper audio, and a vehicle that feels engineered instead of improvised.







Why Builders Swear by It
This isn’t foam. It’s not insulation fluff. Dynamat Xtreme is a high-performance butyl vibration damper designed to stop resonance at the source by turning unwanted vibration into low-level heat. Translation? Less noise, more control, and a ride that feels expensive.
- 36 sq ft of coverage across nine oversized sheets — perfect for full interiors and serious projects
- Peel-and-stick aluminum-backed design that molds easily to complex shapes and contours
- Thin, aggressive damping performance without packing on unnecessary weight
- Heat-resistant, durable construction built to last as long as the rest of your build
What You’ll Notice First
Doors shut with authority. Panels feel dead-solid. Your stereo suddenly sounds like it got a free upgrade. Long drives get quieter. Short drives get smoother. It’s the kind of change you feel immediately — and miss instantly if it’s not there.
Bottom line: If you care about craftsmanship, comfort, and refinement, Dynamat Xtreme isn’t optional. It’s one of those upgrades that separates a car that looks good from one that feels right.
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