sam430

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Thanks Glen... they didn't post this location on their site. I will give them a call.

sam430

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I was quoted 250 for the two front 70% v-kool or 225 for 3m crystalline. No mentioning of the spot in San Lorenzo... but maybe someone posted in here... will search.

California Sunscreen
2968 Teagarden Street
San Leandro, CA 94577

I ended up going to the one in Fremont. Let's see how well it goes...supposedly I have to wait one month before all the water evaporate with the v-kool film.

Geezr98

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does anybody know of a shop that carries suntek infinity op film? i've had no luck looking for this film

EscapeSW20

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anyone post up MR.Tint???

if not, here u go!

http://www.mistertint.com

Gs350Lola

this place on elcamino quoted me 250 for 5 windows but im a little noobish on which type of tint is best? theres like charcoil and other different types any help with that?

ExTrEmE99

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Anyone go there for the 3M crystalline?

The quote is amazing for ceramic tints , but im kind of skeptical.

IS-SV

No mine is 3M Color Stable 35% on my IS350, lifetime written warranty for original owner, no interference with nav or sat radio.

JustInGS3

Can anybody recommend a good tint shop? Im trying not to spend as much money but if i have to then i have to. Looking for good quality tint. And a place that probably does group discount. Any tint shop around the bay area. Please let me know thanks.

RMMGS4

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Welcome to NorCal Justin.

As we always say, please try using the ADVANCED Search Tool. Most of the general questions you may ask have been answered many times already over YEARS. Some of the replies you may get come from other “newbies”, so you stand a better chance to find additional info by doing a search.

Good Luck

TOYBIZ

I know both Sydney and Tom, they are great guys. In the tinting business for over 14 years now. They done all my cars since 1997. They also carry the SunTek film for those looking for it.

Since they are a four man operation and normally spend most of their time with dealership contract work, it is best to give them a call to set up an appointment. Saturdays are available at the San Leandro location.

intekmdma

For those of you who are in San Jose, or around. There is 2 people that do window tinting in their own home. They used to run Dynamic Audio downtown but now run it in their own garage. (They carry licenses and have the permits to do it still) They charge $99 bucks for all windows. It's computer cut rather than knife. Tony & Thomas.

http://www.Lifetimetint.com

ps. looks like they have a front shop again. also they do taillight tinting for $60 bucks i think

I would call them because they seem to fill up every day. And they end at 2PM, I believe are also contracted by other shops as well. Things might have changed.

hawx89

Hi,

I was just wondering what you guys think about a shop called EXTREME TINT. it is located in santa clara and it uses madico film.
does anybody know about this shop?

also... how good is madico brand film?

i got a pretty good quote for my IS. all windows except windshield: $250.

what do you guys think?

Thank you

RMMGS4

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Madico has been used by a lot of shops. There are several better tints out there at a higher cost. The new Diamond Cut film posted on the other thread by Premier Film is the latest greatest and the price will be the highest as well. You usually get what you pay for with tinting. If you call Premier Films, Rocky Mountain or Auto Mall Tint, they will all give you helpful advice.

Make sure you tell them you were recommended by ClubLexus.

Let us know what you decide and post your feedback here.

hawx89

Thanks for the reply.
I am now confused. what exactly is the difference between different brands of window film? dont they do the same thing (block heat and sunlight)?

is madico good then?
does anybody know this particular tint shop?

what do you think is the best brand out there in the market?

RMMGS4

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v-cool and Diamond Cut IR are the top performing tints

One difference is the warrantee to bubble, fading, etc.

The second is performance. Read the thread from Premier. Most of your questions are answered there.

Some shops have 2 or 3 price levels with warrantee and performance the two key factors affecting price. All the top brands have their merits. Don't shop just by brand, call the shops and see what they sell and why. As I said, all these shops should be happy to help you out on the phone.

The third issue is Install Quality by the shops. The shops recommended have a long reputation on these forums.