Tinting my windows- what to ask for?
03-12-2002, 04:28 PM
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Tinting my windows- what to ask for?
I'm looking to tint my windows this weekend here in NY. I know I want 35% all around, but how do I know if the tint place is giving me the good stuff or some sh!t that they couldn't sell to anyone who knows better? I have no idea when it comes to tinting about the different stickers, the quality, etc-
What kind of questions will they ask me? Are there 'upgrades' that are merely cash grabs? Is there anything specific I can ask them for?
If any of you guys on the board live in the tri-state area run a shop or know someone who does, lemme know, I'll give you the business.
Thanks
What kind of questions will they ask me? Are there 'upgrades' that are merely cash grabs? Is there anything specific I can ask them for?
If any of you guys on the board live in the tri-state area run a shop or know someone who does, lemme know, I'll give you the business.
Thanks
03-12-2002, 04:45 PM
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one option in westchester
I got my '99 TL done 35% smoke at Acura of Westchester in Larchmont. They charged $250. Found out that they sub-contract to Audio Illusions in New Rochelle. Audio Illusions charged me $175 direct for my '02.
If you're interested...
Audio Illusions
355 Huguenot St
New Rochelle, NY
914-636-0555
Haven't had any problems with the tint job since they did it four years ago. Just got the new one done last week, but here is pic of the job they did on my old ride...
If you're interested...
Audio Illusions
355 Huguenot St
New Rochelle, NY
914-636-0555
Haven't had any problems with the tint job since they did it four years ago. Just got the new one done last week, but here is pic of the job they did on my old ride...
03-12-2002, 05:13 PM
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Thanks for the info. Do you have pics of the job done last week?
The 'smoke tints'- how do they differ (if at all) from ordinary tints? And did you find that the tints from 4 years ago faded at all? That 35% looks pretty light.
The 'smoke tints'- how do they differ (if at all) from ordinary tints? And did you find that the tints from 4 years ago faded at all? That 35% looks pretty light.
03-12-2002, 05:23 PM
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Laurelcrest, whichever place you decide to go have your windows tinted, I would suggest you tell them not to cut out around the 3rd brake light. It looks but a55 nasty when this area is cutout.
I had mine done for $100. Simply because my friend works at a Car audio joint out in Farmingdale LI
. I think it usually runs about $100 and a half, give or take a $20.
I wonder why towns out in LI sound so pathetic, Hicksville, Farmingdale, Babylon, etc
I guess it's better than having a name like Dildo, Newfoundland or Intercourse, PA.
I had mine done for $100. Simply because my friend works at a Car audio joint out in Farmingdale LI
. I think it usually runs about $100 and a half, give or take a $20. I wonder why towns out in LI sound so pathetic, Hicksville, Farmingdale, Babylon, etc
I guess it's better than having a name like Dildo, Newfoundland or Intercourse, PA.
03-12-2002, 05:40 PM
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if your curious about the type of tint they use, just ask them and post here because some ppl here are familiar with the quality brands of tint. also, make sure you get a lifetime warranty, it's security in case anything ever happens with the tint.
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03-12-2002, 05:48 PM
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Originally posted by Laurelcrest
The brake light on the back windshield? Can you still see the light well through the glass? It's a safety question, I guess
The brake light on the back windshield? Can you still see the light well through the glass? It's a safety question, I guess
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03-12-2002, 05:58 PM
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Originally posted by TUFF GONG
Yes the brake light. And it still shines through just fine, I only have 35% tint.
Yes the brake light. And it still shines through just fine, I only have 35% tint.
03-12-2002, 07:46 PM
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Glad it worked out.
I haven't gotten a digital camera yet, so I am waiting for my pics to get developed. Then I'll post some pics. Its the same tint percentage that I had in the old pic, though. There was still no fading when I traded her in.
It is light, but it's legal. I didn't want to give the cops another reason to pull me over...
It is light, but it's legal. I didn't want to give the cops another reason to pull me over...
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another way to look at it
In the middle of the day, it is a very light tint. At night, it looks a lot darker especially with the dark interior. I like the effect.
Besides, you want the honey in the lane next to you to be able to see you a little bit, don't you?
Besides, you want the honey in the lane next to you to be able to see you a little bit, don't you?
03-12-2002, 08:41 PM
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Re: another way to look at it
Originally posted by jl_young
Besides, you want the honey in the lane next to you to be able to see you a little bit, don't you?
Besides, you want the honey in the lane next to you to be able to see you a little bit, don't you?
I got my tints done for $220, they took it to another place. They said that they have their own person but I told them that I would wait (I waited ~3 hours) in there. No complaints about the tints.
I didn't want 20% or darker because I don't think it looks good on a Silver TL-S
Laurelcrest, I should be in Brooklyn on Friday during the daytime. If you want to see what it looks like in person and you are around let me know and I'll drop by. I don't have a digi-camera but I took a few pics and waiting for development.
03-12-2002, 11:47 PM
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Re: Re: another way to look at it
Originally posted by Alexxx
What he said.
I got my tints done for $220, they took it to another place. They said that they have their own person but I told them that I would wait (I waited ~3 hours) in there. No complaints about the tints.
I didn't want 20% or darker because I don't think it looks good on a Silver TL-S
Laurelcrest, I should be in Brooklyn on Friday during the daytime. If you want to see what it looks like in person and you are around let me know and I'll drop by. I don't have a digi-camera but I took a few pics and waiting for development.
What he said.
I got my tints done for $220, they took it to another place. They said that they have their own person but I told them that I would wait (I waited ~3 hours) in there. No complaints about the tints.
I didn't want 20% or darker because I don't think it looks good on a Silver TL-S
Laurelcrest, I should be in Brooklyn on Friday during the daytime. If you want to see what it looks like in person and you are around let me know and I'll drop by. I don't have a digi-camera but I took a few pics and waiting for development.
If not Friday, then Sunday?
03-13-2002, 12:00 AM
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Hi,
I think most of you PAID a little too much for the tint. I got mine for $100. Ususall the rate is about $150. I have limo tint all around and its gorgeous. I like the privacy. Unless you want platinum tint, the tint they use are jsut films so there is no oggd or bad quality is jsut how good they put it on, Let it sit in the sun for 48 hrs and you are set. The more its gets expose in the sun hte lighter it iwll get to a certain extend. Well good lusk, PLEASE PLEASE dont pay more than $160 for your tint.
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I think most of you PAID a little too much for the tint. I got mine for $100. Ususall the rate is about $150. I have limo tint all around and its gorgeous. I like the privacy. Unless you want platinum tint, the tint they use are jsut films so there is no oggd or bad quality is jsut how good they put it on, Let it sit in the sun for 48 hrs and you are set. The more its gets expose in the sun hte lighter it iwll get to a certain extend. Well good lusk, PLEASE PLEASE dont pay more than $160 for your tint.
BG
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Be sure to ask him to use one piece for the back glass. Some tint places might get lazy and do a two piece. If their labor is crappy, you'll see a nasty horizontal line right across the middle. Here's how my tint job looks. I have limo-black rears and dark smoke fronts.
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03-13-2002, 12:51 AM
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I think most of you PAID a little too much for the tint. I got mine for $100. Ususall the rate is about $150...The more its gets expose in the sun hte lighter it iwll get to a certain extend.
I think most of you PAID a little too much for the tint. I got mine for $100. Ususall the rate is about $150...The more its gets expose in the sun hte lighter it iwll get to a certain extend.
03-13-2002, 01:51 PM
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I went to the place in new rochelle today, but the guy who does the tints was out all day with some problems with his kids. I'll go back next week and let you know how it comes out. Thanks for all the help
03-13-2002, 05:20 PM
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Sunday is a maybe, Friday is a definate. As far as that place that I went to, Oddesey, they did a single piece on the rear window and I believe its a lifetime warranty, I gotta stop by and talk to the guys. $220 was the price I paid.
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hey laurelcrest..i got 20% tints all around... got it in a place in flushign called boom boom.. got it for about 150.. but they gave me high quality tints and guarentted .. not to fade liek in couple years and crap
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