darkfox12

I just bought a set of the rockblocker taillight tint and i was wondering if anyone had any tips or anything on how to put it on so i dont screw it up.

Tage

i just put my set on. just take your time and wear gloves. if you see bubbles appearing, lift up the tint paper and rub it over with the squeegee. its not that hard, just don't rush.

darkfox12

did you get yours on w/o any problems, like bubbles etc.

Tage

actually i did a pretty bad job. i can send some pics to you if you'd like. i have a couple of bubbles, but it's not really visable and looks real nice from 4 or more feet away. the problem is the sheet is naturally flat. the gts headlight and taillight covers that are made for other cars are molded to the contours of the lights. with the sheet being flat, it's hard to duplicate the natural curvature. i guess if you want to get a feel for what you're doing, try to put a flat piece of saran wrap on your lights first. you'll definately see what i'm talking about. all in all, it looks pretty good for what we paid for it.

AcuraTL

Have you guys tried using spray tint to do it? Just cover the area you don't want to tint and spray light, even coats several times and it should turn out great.

pimpravi

tips:

1. use a blow dryer to help curve teh tint
2. have a friend
3. spray your hands
4. use lots of water (with a lil bit of soap)
5. clean your taillight
6. spray the taillight with lots of water
7. spray the tint with lots of water
8. spray the non-sticky side also
9. start from the corner work ur way around

mezzerTL-S

agreed, this is how i should be done, water you can never use enough water when working with thick film
Jeff

z3Ro

great answer ravi...listen to the man...hes done a few n theyve turned out great...

darkfox12

awesome, thanks for the great tips, im going to try to put it on this weekend, crossing my fingers!

sbuswell

pics please, i want to see some pics of tinted tails and heads if you've got them and I am assuming the adhesive on the tint will still hold strong after you soak it with water.

darkfox12

i have blacked out headlights i did my self already, I will post pics after i install them this weekend

pimpravi

Elegant TYPE S

iTrader: (2)

Try mixing the water with a little bit of Baby Shampoo, very mile soap. Its pretty much just so that you can get the tint film properly positioned so that you can squeegie it out.

darkfox12

is there anyone else here that got the rockblocker tint, b/c i just tried to put mine on and it doesnt fit and it came with 4 pieces...could i have been sent the wrong one?

pimpravi

4 pieces?

you should have two big tints that look like your taillight

darkfox12

yep, they sent me the wrong tint, its for a TSX, guess this will be put on hold for a few days, damn and i wanted it ready for the big so cal meet tomorrow

REDLINEN

Anyone have pics of the install before and after? maybe a diy???

***EL*MAFIOSO***

i too am interested in this subject as my car is in the shop getting the red parts of the tails painted NBP along with the rest of the car

MrBlonde

i am also intereted in this what are some links to find some tint and mabi some pics

RockBlocker

lets see if we can help a bit here.

Online guide for installation with light protection.

http://www.rockblocker.net/light-howto.htm

Straight link to gallery of pics.

http://www.rockblocker.net/acura.htm

Here are some for the people feeling lazy, lol





If we can help with anything let us know.

ONE big tip is to use water and alcohol for the install and take your time.

If that doesnt seem top make sense please call us we would be glad to help out.

Chad