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Old Aug 14, 2004 | 08:59 PM
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I just have a VNM Backbone installed today. I still cannot believe this 1/8” stainless steel plate makes such a noticeable improvement in reducing creaks and flex of my Z. I have a partition which used to make some noises/creaks whenever I came across uneven road surface or bump. It was annoying. Now there are no more noises and creaks. I also feel the shocks are working stiffer and corner handling is ever better. I do not have enough drive time to report on the heat reduction. However, I believe it works as the plate is ceramic coated. I am just so happy with the tighter feel and no more creaks alone. Now my blown Z is much more fun to drive. The Backbone and the 2004 shocks are the two best mods I have had so far.

Thank you Mark for your excellent product!!
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Old Aug 15, 2004 | 12:22 AM
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Mark sells and installs quality products. He stands behind his work and does not settle for 2nd best. I have personally experienced his customer service and it is second to none .
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Mark sells and installs quality products. He stands behind his work and does not settle for 2nd best. I have personally experienced his customer service and it is second to none .


I just had one put in mine too. Haven't made a canyon run yet to really analyze the performance, but it's definately a tight ride. Best,

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Originally Posted by atz06
I just have a VNM Backbone installed today. I still cannot believe this 1/8” stainless steel plate makes such a noticeable improvement in reducing creaks and flex of my Z. I have a partition which used to make some noises/creaks whenever I came across uneven road surface or bump. It was annoying. Now there are no more noises and creaks. I also feel the shocks are working stiffer and corner handling is ever better. I do not have enough drive time to report on the heat reduction. However, I believe it works as the plate is ceramic coated. I am just so happy with the tighter feel and no more creaks alone. Now my blown Z is much more fun to drive. The Backbone and the 2004 shocks are the two best mods I have had so far.

Thank you Mark for your excellent product!!
Thanks for your remarks and review. Mark
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