2 Tint or not 2 Tint
07-07-2005, 10:49 AM
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2 Tint or not 2 Tint
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I have a gold '01 CL and I live in Miami. The heat here is crazzzy. I would like to tint my windows to help keep the sun out. I was wondering if window tint would look good with gold.
If any other CLrs have pics of a gold CL (2nd gen) with tint, please post, It would really help me decide.
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The Spazzz
!!!I have a gold '01 CL and I live in Miami. The heat here is crazzzy. I would like to tint my windows to help keep the sun out. I was wondering if window tint would look good with gold.
If any other CLrs have pics of a gold CL (2nd gen) with tint, please post, It would really help me decide.
Thanks,
The Spazzz
07-07-2005, 11:46 AM
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Originally Posted by 03 CL TypeS
All CL'S look better tinted than not, except the ABP... 
I like how my ABP looks with tinted windows. Definately tint it.
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07-07-2005, 12:33 PM
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Originally Posted by RaviNJCLs
"Whatchoo talking about Willis?"
I like how my ABP looks with tinted windows. Definately tint it.
I like how my ABP looks with tinted windows. Definately tint it.
I kind of want to do it anyway just because it keeps the car cooler, protects the interior from UV rays, and gives me some privacy.
07-07-2005, 01:27 PM
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Originally Posted by 03 CL TypeS
Donno man, I've seen pics and I don't like the black on blue contrast.
I kind of want to do it anyway just because it keeps the car cooler, protects the interior from UV rays, and gives me some privacy.
I kind of want to do it anyway just because it keeps the car cooler, protects the interior from UV rays, and gives me some privacy.
I think it looks great. Makes it look very sleek and classy.
07-07-2005, 01:35 PM
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Spazz, is your car PDG or is it a Cl-p with the "sand" color? I think regular 20% tint looks good on PDG but I think i light bronze tint would look good on the sand color.
07-08-2005, 07:47 AM
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Originally Posted by 03 CL TypeS
Donno man, I've seen pics and I don't like the black on blue contrast.
I kind of want to do it anyway just because it keeps the car cooler, protects the interior from UV rays, and gives me some privacy.
I kind of want to do it anyway just because it keeps the car cooler, protects the interior from UV rays, and gives me some privacy.
07-08-2005, 10:37 AM
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I think a tint will look good with the color of ur car but i wouldnt go too dark just keep it between 35 to 20%
Dont mean to go off topic but does anyone think it will be possible to put those blue windows from the mercedes into our CL kind of like swaping them out
Dont mean to go off topic but does anyone think it will be possible to put those blue windows from the mercedes into our CL kind of like swaping them out
07-08-2005, 11:34 AM
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Originally Posted by RaviNJCLs
Well, you're entitled to your own opinion. If you are unsure about tinting yours, don't do it too dark, so it's not as much of a contrast.
I think if I do do it, it will be 15% all around because I like it dark.
07-08-2005, 11:44 AM
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Originally Posted by 03 CL TypeS
I know, an opionion's like a poop-hole, everybody's got one.
I think if I do do it, it will be 15% all around because I like it dark.
I think if I do do it, it will be 15% all around because I like it dark.
07-08-2005, 04:30 PM
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how is everyone getting past inspection with tint below the legal limit? im going to be tinting again soon and ive never done below legal limit, but id like to if i knew more about it. legal limit in NC is 32% so ii'll be getting that, but id rather get 20-25%.
07-09-2005, 09:01 AM
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how is everyone getting past inspection with tint below the legal limit? im going to be tinting again soon and ive never done below legal limit, but id like to if i knew more about it. legal limit in NC is 32% so ii'll be getting that, but id rather get 20-25%.
07-09-2005, 09:50 AM
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My car is the sand color... That bronze tint sounds interesting.... Going to check in to it. Thank guys (and gals)... This website is awesome and really helps.
07-09-2005, 01:25 PM
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Definitely Tint it. Darkness depends on the person. Even if you go 50%, it's worth it for a subtle change. I like 20% on the rear and 35% on the sides so it doesn't look to 
Side benefit is to filter UV and protect your interior. I've had a car for almost 20 years and the tint has protected the interior from fading and degrading.
Side benefit is to filter UV and protect your interior. I've had a car for almost 20 years and the tint has protected the interior from fading and degrading.
07-09-2005, 02:48 PM
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no tint = teh suck
tint = teh win
tint = teh win
07-09-2005, 08:46 PM
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Looks good
Now just lower it
Now just lower it
07-09-2005, 09:15 PM
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I've been staring at the H&R Sports & Illumina's in my garage for the past 6 months. Just not sure what route I want to take with this car.
07-09-2005, 10:37 PM
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TQ > MPG
My last DD I had springs/struts on and they def hurt the ride a bit, plus in the end it was money lost because not many people want a modded car. Just trying to think a little more long term, since I think my cl-s is nice enough to keep until its dead.
07-10-2005, 10:12 AM
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tint it, check the law in florida about the tint % in ohio has to be 45 up i had a bmw tint at 35% got a couple ticket thats when i got pull over and they got to have a tint measure to give me a ticket, i think it will look good on gold, plus protect your inside from heat, Ill still tint below legal limit, they dont care about tinted window there busy eating donuts.
07-11-2005, 10:10 PM
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Question #2
I have a OEM spoiler.... do i leave a spot open for the CHMSL or do i just tint over it? The spoiler already has a third brake light, and the one in the window is disconnected. Thanx
The Spazzz
I have a OEM spoiler.... do i leave a spot open for the CHMSL or do i just tint over it? The spoiler already has a third brake light, and the one in the window is disconnected. Thanx
The Spazzz
07-12-2005, 02:03 AM
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Originally Posted by jtkz13
I removed my rear seat/rear deck so that they tinted over the 3rd brake light, tell them to do it, otherwise it'll look dumb.
well anyway, the guys at Tint King did the rear break light no problem without removing anything. therefore it can be done. Took them 1 hour to finish everything.
So I guess if they know what they're doing you don't have to remove the seat and rear deck.
07-12-2005, 09:55 AM
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Originally Posted by belcom
well anyway, the guys at Tint King did the rear break light no problem without removing anything. therefore it can be done. So I guess if they know what they're doing you don't have to remove the seat and rear deck.
