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UNLIKELY CANDIDATE
Some of it involves learning, but, for the most part, we’re pretty sure it’s something you’re born with, and you either have it or you don’t, and you can’t “fake it ’til ya make it.” We’re talking about vision—not the 20/20 version, but the ability to squint your eyes and see past the ugly duckling and uncover a swan. Tom Flurry has that even more special blend of vision and the ability to perform the work. Before your eyes is colorful proof that below the somewhat homely skin of a stock ’36 Plymouth there is indeed a swan, and Flurry uncovered most of it in his home shop in Mattituck, New York

BOSS LADY
Michelle Holstien of Moreno Valley, California, grew up with a passion for cars. She took auto shop in high school for two years, and her dad, Bruce, helped her build a ’72 Ford Econoline van and a ’62 Econoline pickup.
But she really had her heart set on a Boss 302 Mustang. Just listen to her talk about the Boss: “For as long as I can remember, I have always had an interest in Bosses.

HEMI WITH AN ACCENT
We know little about European drag racing, other than our sources tell us it is hotly contested and very popular. Frenchman Herve Caen is a drag racer, and at age 35, is the owner of not one but two silver ’68 ‘Cudas. One is a nitrous-equipped 440 Wedge built by Dick Landy Industries (DLI), and the other is this beauty, a duplicate but faster fish.
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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.





