Window tint... How much are you paying?
07-30-06, 06:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Lexucan
For cleaning tinted windows, use a non-alcoholic, non-ammonia based cleaner. They are out there. I use Stoners Invisible Glass. It says right on the spray can that it is okay for tinted windows. Before cleaning the tinted windows though, I would wait a good long while to be sure the tint is really well adhered to the glass.... at least a couple of weeks. And even though the cleaner is okay for tint, I usually try to NOT let it get too close to the edges of the window, just as a paranoid precaution. 
08-03-06, 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by CaBlonde
Oooh, very nice. They just called from the tint place. My baby is ready to pick up.
Will post pics soon.
Will post pics soon.
White car, UL glass roof and window tinting.
Awesome.
08-03-06, 02:51 PM
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IMO and only MO the 350 is not meant to be tinted. It looks better without the tint. Now you take a car like the Acura TL which looks sportier, that would look sharp. Ever seen a Lexus LS with tints, it just doesnt mix well. No flames just honest opinion.
08-03-06, 03:14 PM
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Originally Posted by dshahs420
IMO and only MO the 350 is not meant to be tinted. It looks better without the tint. Now you take a car like the Acura TL which looks sportier, that would look sharp. Ever seen a Lexus LS with tints, it just doesnt mix well. No flames just honest opinion.
On the darker colors I absolutely agree.
In general I think any "customization" on a car like a Lexus looks cheap and tacky. Not so with window tinting on the lighter ES colors though.
08-03-06, 08:00 PM
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I am probably going to get my tint towards the end of summer or after that. I don't know if it is really substantial but the tinting business slows down after the summer and hopefully I could get a good discount.
08-03-06, 08:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Lexucan
CAD$300 if you are lucky.
Depends on the weather. 2-3 days in warm weather, 5-6 days in cold weather.
And I had no problems with washing the car during this time. Just don't hose down the inside of the car.
For cleaning tinted windows, use a non-alcoholic, non-ammonia based cleaner. They are out there. I use Stoners Invisible Glass. It says right on the spray can that it is okay for tinted windows. Before cleaning the tinted windows though, I would wait a good long while to be sure the tint is really well adhered to the glass.... at least a couple of weeks. And even though the cleaner is okay for tint, I usually try to NOT let it get too close to the edges of the window, just as a paranoid precaution.
Depends on the weather. 2-3 days in warm weather, 5-6 days in cold weather.
And I had no problems with washing the car during this time. Just don't hose down the inside of the car.
For cleaning tinted windows, use a non-alcoholic, non-ammonia based cleaner. They are out there. I use Stoners Invisible Glass. It says right on the spray can that it is okay for tinted windows. Before cleaning the tinted windows though, I would wait a good long while to be sure the tint is really well adhered to the glass.... at least a couple of weeks. And even though the cleaner is okay for tint, I usually try to NOT let it get too close to the edges of the window, just as a paranoid precaution.
wait dont they tint window from the inside? if so how would washing your car affect the window, unless you are cleaning the inside also? I worry about tinting because my daughter likes to scratch and kick the window with her sneakers. i think that might scratch the film no?
08-03-06, 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by dshahs420
IMO and only MO the 350 is not meant to be tinted. It looks better without the tint. Now you take a car like the Acura TL which looks sportier, that would look sharp. Ever seen a Lexus LS with tints, it just doesnt mix well. No flames just honest opinion.
08-03-06, 08:26 PM
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i think that might scratch the film no?
No more tinting for me.....it's much too delicate, and I don't need this aggravation. I can deal with the few days of intense weather conditions......after all, I have a fabulous air conditioning system in this car and also ventilated seats. It cools my car in a jiffy. 
Last edited by amf1932; 08-03-06 at 08:35 PM.
08-04-06, 03:16 AM
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At first I was doing it basically for the looks but I noticed when I got in the car to drive home home, it toned down the brightness in the car (I have light grey interior). There was also a significant difference in how cool it was in the car. The sun was blazing through the window but I could not feel it. I guess it is like seeking some shade on a hot day. Except I have air conditioning and ventilated seats in that shade......and all the other bells and whistles.
08-04-06, 07:55 AM
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Tinted windows prolong the wear of leather, wood, and color of the interior overtime cause by sun rays. It's a very small investment protecting a much bigger investment. It's important that the tinter use film(s) which gives lifetime warranty on bubbles and discoloring.
And, tinted windows looked great with Amber Pearl.
And, tinted windows looked great with Amber Pearl.
Last edited by Redefined; 08-04-06 at 08:00 AM.
08-04-06, 11:17 AM
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Scratched tint is always a result of poor installation. In my previous car, I had windows tinted for 8 years since I bought it brand new and just sold it a few weeks ago. It was done with such a high quality that you couldn't even tell it was a tint, looked like a factory dark glass. You really have to find out how long the place been in business and about lifetime warranty. Typical price for 4-side and 1-rear is about $200. Bargain shopping for tint windows will result in poor work quality and cheap material. If one decides to tint their windows, its only a small fraction of the price paid for the car, so saving extra $30-$50 could cause you lots of headaches in the near future when it start to peel and to bubble.
I will tint mine very soon as well. Just too bad that I'm in Jersey, and no front window tint is allowed. I will still tint it, but its going to be a very light tint all around so driver is still visible behind the window....
I will tint mine very soon as well. Just too bad that I'm in Jersey, and no front window tint is allowed. I will still tint it, but its going to be a very light tint all around so driver is still visible behind the window....
08-04-06, 02:35 PM
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Tinted windows prolong the wear of leather, wood, and color of the interior overtime cause by sun rays.