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Jason Whitfield never intended to hot rod a station wagon. It just sort of happened. You see, he had this Mitsubishi Diamante wagon that Rage Performance and NuFormz used as a parts-getter. After a few runs, the guys decided that the car needed some better tunes. As the parts pickup runs got longer, they decided to add TVs. When a few extra parts were lying around—like a Turbonetics T04/T03 turbo and an intercooler—they just sort of made their way onto the car. The parts were already paid for, so why not use them?

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Every winter, the custom car world storms into the Motor City for one of the most legendary indoor shows in hot rodding history—Detroit Autorama. Inside the sprawling halls of Huntington Place, the temperature might still read winter outside, but on the show floor the atmosphere is pure horsepower, chrome, and adrenaline. Thousands of enthusiasts flood the aisles to see the machines that define the cutting edge of hot rods and muscle cars craftsmanship.

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Dynamat ProXTM Sound Deadening Mat
Next Level sound deadening for cars, trucks, & custom builds
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The Auto Builder Staff
Photos courtesy of Dynamat
Let’s be honest—most sound-deadening upgrades feel like a small step forward. ProX™ isn’t that. This is Dynamat taking everything they already did right with Xtreme and pushing it way harder.
Same proven butyl formula? Yep.
But now it’s twice as heavy, backed by a thicker 5 mil aluminum skin, and built to flat-out dominate noise and vibration instead of just managing it.
Real-World Performance That Redefines Sound Control
And you feel that difference immediately.
Close a door after installing Dynamat ProX sound deadening, and it goes from that hollow, tinny “clang” to a solid, confidence-inspiring thunk. Hit the road, and the usual drone, rattles, and panel buzz start disappearing. It’s the kind of upgrade that doesn’t scream for attention—but once it’s there, you’d never go back.
Proven Gains Over Traditional CLD Mats
What really separates Dynamat ProX sound deadening from the pack is the performance behind it. Independent testing shows 56% better damping than Dynamat Xtreme, and up to 350% better than other CLD mats out there. That’s not marketing fluff—that’s real, measurable improvement you can build around.
Advanced Technology and Thermal Control
The added mass plays a big role, but so does Dynamat’s VECTOR™ Chemistry, which actually converts vibration into low-level heat energy. In simple terms, it doesn’t just block noise—it kills it at the source. Pair that with heat reduction and moisture resistance, and you’re getting more than just a quieter ride—you’re getting a more controlled, more comfortable cabin overall.
SEMA-Proven Application in Real Builds

Dynamat even put it on display in the ’70 Chevelle “Doughboy” SEMA build by Blazin Rodz’, letting people see how it fits into a real-world project. The takeaway? If you’re already investing time and money into a serious build, this is one of those upgrades that makes everything else feel more finished.




Dynamat ProX™ Specs at a Glance
- 120 mil butyl core (1 lb per sq. ft.)
- 5 mil aluminum top layer
- 3.05mm total thickness
- 9 sq. ft. coverage (4 sheets)
- Works on sheet metal, fiberglass, and more
Twice the mass. Zero compromises.
Dynamat ProX sound deadening is heavier and thicker, built for real noise and vibration control.
Proven performance
Up to 56% better than Dynamat Xtreme and 350% beyond other CLD mats.
Kills noise at the source
VECTOR™ Chemistry converts vibration into heat—eliminating it, not just covering it up.
Built for serious builds
When “good enough” isn’t an option, this is the automotive sound deadening mat you reach for.
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Dynamat, LLC
#1 Name in Soundproofing & Heat Control
Dynamat is 100% proudly Made in the USA.





