the hood currently is factory (no scoop)
pin has not spun
dipped in chemicals at the local strippers......I think they use heat too. I will call them tomorrow and ask. I have had sets dipped previously....no issues
crap, I had a set of leaf springs dipped at the same time...we will see shortly on them.
make perfect springs for a lighter fiberglass hood
Heat will kill off the stiffness of the spring. I've got a set of springs still mounted in the lower half half of the spring assembly if you're in need. I'm replacing mine with billet hinges and gas springs.