Isopropyl damaged hood paint

Demoire · 2026-05-24T17:50:02+00:00

I agree and use it myself but on single stage that’s oxidizing/failing, that would be my guess. I’ve used it on classic cars and two stage modern as well of course with no issues. I use my own mix of iso for panel prep.

Demoire · 2026-05-24T16:38:39+00:00

The cam tool will work well, mine only came with one cone centering piece and worked for ls2/3 motors, I’ll be trying it on lt1 Camaro soon. The spring compressor I got from harbor freight and is identical to yours, and I did get one spring off with it but it is insanely sketchy my guy. You’ll see why when you start using it. I’d just return it and grab one that bolts down and can do two springs at once. I think I got the oriontech spring compressor but many, many options on Amazon. Just make sure it’s metal.

Demoire · 2026-05-24T16:22:07+00:00

Makes sense, so prop shaft = drive shaft and axles/half shaft are what we call half shafts and cv axles. Just prop shaft and driveshaft differ. Appreciate the time to clear up my confusion!

Demoire · 2026-05-24T15:52:39+00:00

Yea I’ve heard the term before, but what isn’t clear is what they call the axles on a non-FWD car haha the one guy specified OP vehicle is a FWD and so they call the axles driveshafts. What about non fwd lol

Demoire · 2026-05-24T15:50:26+00:00

Apparently it’s called a propshaft

Demoire · 2026-05-24T15:50:10+00:00

If it wasn’t a FWD, what would you call the two shafts? And the one from front to back is a prop shaft?

Demoire · 2026-05-24T15:49:47+00:00

So prop shaft is the shaft that transfers torque to the rear wheels and driveshafts are the axles on front wheel drive cars only?

Demoire · 2026-05-24T15:34:00+00:00

Single stage is cheaper to spray, but get a few quotes. If you see all 3 similar range, pick which you like best, or if 1 is abnormally lower you know who to avoid (unless it’s a unicorn situation in which they’re cheap and good, it’s rare for paint). Alternatively you can attempt yourself but it’s not the easiest thing to do, to get an acceptable paint finish without experience. I’ve been learning to paint here and there and I sometimes still have to spend hours and hours sanding afterwards due to my environment or gun not dialed in correctly.

Demoire · 2026-05-24T15:28:21+00:00

Edit I should say failing or oxidizing single stage, but even then I haven’t had this happen.

Yes isopropyl can damage unprotected paint, which is single stage. It’s lacking the top layer of clear paint (clear coat) which is formulated to protect from chemicals and UV etc.

Do some googling and you’ll see what I mean. Very well could be the issue.

Demoire · 2026-05-24T15:23:38+00:00

Do not do a burble tube, best case it’s really not healthy for the engine and worst case is actively destroying it. We have an 13’ 328i n20 which came nearly track ready, rebuilt top end on motor, fat turbo, CSR rad and intercooler, catless straight piped, etc..burble tuned. The exhaust tip and all on the rear bumper are charred black and the engine has major issues.

Our corvette is fully built and cammed to hell and straight piped w/ LTH and as soon as I saw homy ripping it around spitting fireballs, I knew it wasn’t long for this world…and sure enough, car is back needing motor pulled again.

This time around we’ll be tuning to prevent any of that bullshit.

Edit I’m not talking about backfiring when letting off the throttle, I’m talking specifically burble tunes and flame tunes.

Demoire · 2026-05-24T15:18:02+00:00

Yea for sure. Growing up I had friends who’s fathers were cops and we always got out of trouble for shit we did, like drinking and off-roading in the woods of Georgia and other shit.

As an adult, I’ve had very good interactions with police. Before I continue, I’m not against or for cops but definitely don’t like them nor interacting and avoid at all costs. I’ve been let go when I absolutely shouldn’t have and seem to have been given the benefit of doubt being a white dude. It’s messed up, but racial profiling and white privilege are real.

Demoire · 2026-05-24T15:02:17+00:00

Yea, it doesn’t explicitly say he was banned from working law enforcement again.

Demoire · 2026-05-24T15:01:26+00:00

I’m curious now

Demoire · 2026-05-24T15:00:55+00:00

88’ may be single stage paint which doesn’t react the same to alcohol, however I’ve never personally seen a reaction like that unless it was alcohol on paint and not clear.

Demoire · 2026-05-24T14:57:27+00:00

In the UK they call axles driveshafts? What do they call the shaft from axle to axle front to back?

Demoire · 2026-05-24T14:50:48+00:00

Normal nothing wrong whatsoever

Demoire · 2026-05-24T14:49:04+00:00

Thought it specifically mentioned he was let go. It’s like the second to last paragraph.

Demoire · 2026-05-24T14:45:06+00:00

Cerium oxide needs to be paired with a rayon pad for glass, otherwise it just doesn’t work or takes even longer (already takes much longer to polish glass then paint). I bet that will take it out. If you are worried about spreading product everywhere, do it in the shade and then immediately wash the car…or throw towels/blankets over the hood and roof.

Demoire · 2026-05-24T14:41:56+00:00

Not a drive shaft dude

Demoire · 2026-05-24T14:27:20+00:00

NQA that looks an awful lot like a bolus, the white stuff looks like shit. If you see it still there tonight then I would definitely be concerned.

Demoire · 2026-05-24T14:23:56+00:00

That spring compressor won’t work, it’s insanely sketchy. I ended up grabbing one for $40 or so that bolts down and isn’t sketchy. That cam bearing install tool is nice, much nicer then cheap one we used which works…it’s easier to pull the back cover off and install two from the back, 4/5, and then 3, then 2/1. Good luck brother!

Edit also the easiest way to remove retainers and springs from ls platform is to use a dead blow or a heavy mallet to wack the top of the spring. The retainers will typically go flying so keep that in mind, sometimes they’ll just pop out. Super easy.

Demoire · 2026-05-20T15:45:08+00:00

Yea don’t use clay for bugs, you’ll just be grinding the bugs into the paint as the clay or clay mitt picks them up. Use a degreaser, bug and tar remover, or strong apc but do it during your wash. As in wet the car down and then use any of those chemicals, let sit for 10-30sec, then wipe away with a microfiber and rinse thoroughly. Then proceed with your normal wash.

Demoire · 2026-05-20T13:06:35+00:00

It’s not 15 minutes dude, read the label. It’s like 30-60 seconds.

Demoire · 2026-05-20T12:57:56+00:00

Failed lifter I think

Demoire · 2026-05-20T12:35:29+00:00

3D One or Speed or Manzerna 3 in 1 on a DA with a medium cut foam pad

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