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Should I Get A Windshield Visor Tint Strip?

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Old 06-20-09, 02:24 AM
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Default Should I Get A Windshield Visor Tint Strip?

i have an 09 is250 starfire pearl (white) with yellow fogs. should i get a windshield visor tint strip? if so what %. and if you have any pics of your car that has a tint strip can you please post because i would like to see how it is. thanks.
Old 06-20-09, 07:17 AM
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Type "tint strip" or "tint visor" in search and you'll see a lot. I personally don't like it, it makes ur car look dull.
Old 06-20-09, 08:59 AM
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Please don't
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If you want tint on the windshield, tint the whole thing. I did. Visibility is fine. Now, I understand you live in CA, so they might be more **** out there. It's pretty relaxed here in AZ.
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I did and it looks just fine. I cant say I am a big fan of this myself but there is NO way I would get away with my whole front windshield tinted. I only did 20% so it doesnt stand out so much but it does help with the sun coming through and that was the only reason I got it. If you can get away with the whole windshield do it.

its only ~ 6" down...


Old 06-20-09, 07:33 PM
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No.

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Old 06-20-09, 07:38 PM
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Originally Posted by javyLSU
No.

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I agree with Javy........NO
Old 06-20-09, 07:39 PM
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Don't do it!
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no

but if u want to tint the whole windshield, something very very transparent like v-cool which i think is 70% but blocks most other harmful crap out as well as some where around 50% energy deflection..

and yes, i have these on the front windows for the ca ****'s
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well, the question is
do you need it? if you do, go for it

personally, I don't understand why it did not come tinted from the factory
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haters

The factory tint on the front windshield is WEAK on Lexus. My eyes are overly sensitive to the bright light so it helps me out
Old 06-21-09, 09:57 AM
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Do it only if you have curb feelers and chrome spinners.
Old 06-21-09, 10:12 AM
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Just say no! Unless its a necessity for personal reasons.
Old 06-21-09, 10:29 AM
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IMH, No.

It's especially unattractive from inside.
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I did. So far no problems.


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