imported_black_tl

I got my tint done at a pretty good place but for some reason the back window is now showing up with purple spot (not air bubbles). I went back to the guy who did it and he said he will redo it but I'm worried he'll mess up the antenna. The defrosters I don't use b/c if you do it will mess up the tint. I just don't want him to mess up the antenna I have. He told me if it does mess up he will not be responsible for replacing it and if I do need to replace it he will only install his kind of antenna which is the 12 inch one that would go like on the hood. Then I would have to pay for the install as well. ANy suggestions?

GarageToys

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Here's the link to tint removal (taken from a similar thread): http://www.automedia.com/Removing/Wi...cr20021101tr/1

paulfromchicago

i don't think using the defroster messes up the rear tint. i haven't had any problems.

rdotharder22

How much does getting tint all the way around run?

Under 300?

GigEmAgs07

yes, mine was about 200 for 35 on the doors and 20 on the rear. hth

Weeble1

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prices depend on area, and tint brand. I tint cars for a living, Defrost will NOT mess with the tint. When film is put on the back window most places use a heat gun thet is 50 times hotter than what those defrost lines will ever get. To remove tint on a back window without messing up the antenna or defrost lines you should get a steamer (and no not a floor steam cleaner ) and hold the steam on one corner of the film, this heats up the glue again and makes it a lot easier to pull. Once you start to pull keep the area nice and hot. If some glue gets left on the glass (there normally is around the defrost lines) get a spray bottle and baby shampoo. Mix the 2 (3 or 4 drops of johnson and johnson will be fine, you don't need a lot). Then get a fine grade wire brush pad (as fine as you can find so not to scratch the window) and scrub the crap out of that window. Get ALL of the glue off, look for the smallest pieces of glue because it will show up clear as day in the replacement film. Hope this helps!!
Josh

rdotharder22

I probably want to get 35 all the way around, i think that legal here in AL. Does it get more expensive versus going 20% around and 35% around?

Weeble1

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That also depends on where you go. Some places charge more to go illegal. I have 20% all around on mine. Where I work they don't charge more, It's the same price on cars.

rdotharder22

Thanks for the info. I am going to get my windows tinted asap, i assume shops have samples so i can see the difference between 20 and 35. the 20% on your ride looks pretty good. That may be all i need.

Nismo3112

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I found that 000 grade steel wool gets the adheidsive off without a hitch.


Weeble1: What % is that in your sig?

Weeble1

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20% and yea, ooo should be great.

Weeble1

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The 20 may look good but expect problems backing up at night with the windows up. Also depending on area, Police may not like it too much. I have 1 ticket for it. Damn state boys.....