Rockblockers; too dark?
09-01-2006, 03:09 AM
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Rockblockers; too dark?
Anybody think their Rockblockers on the tail-lights are too dark in 20%? I know they available even darker to 35%. Kinda crazy. I saw a custom spray job that was a very light tint but looked PERFECT. That was out of my budget though. I really wish I could get the rockblockers in that light tint somehow. I have just closed my eyes and made an order for a full-set anyways. Maybe I'll like the 20% once I see them in person.
09-01-2006, 06:47 AM
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The 35% is LIGHTER than the 20%... The number represents the amount of light allowed THROUGH the film... just like tint. 20% is the darkest they make....
I have 35% and think it looks perfect
I have 35% and think it looks perfect
09-01-2006, 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted by jmbnova
The 35% is LIGHTER than the 20%... The number represents the amount of light allowed THROUGH the film... just like tint. 20% is the darkest they make....
I have 35% and think it looks perfect
I have 35% and think it looks perfect
What color is your car? I have 20% which is the lighter version, it looks excellent. It is noticable in the nighttime when it is getting dark outside and also the daytime, but when you step on the brakes it seems as if there was no tint on them at all.
This is the 20%:
09-01-2006, 10:47 AM
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I know that normal tint the lower the % the darker it is. However with rockblocker they are a little weird. 20% is acutally the lighter version. I highly recommend them
What color is your car? I have 20% which is the lighter version, it looks excellent. It is noticable in the nighttime when it is getting dark outside and also the daytime, but when you step on the brakes it seems as if there was no tint on them at all.
This is the 20%:
What color is your car? I have 20% which is the lighter version, it looks excellent. It is noticable in the nighttime when it is getting dark outside and also the daytime, but when you step on the brakes it seems as if there was no tint on them at all.
This is the 20%:
ooo I like that tint. Wasnt quite feeling the darker rockblocker, but this looks just about right...
09-01-2006, 04:01 PM
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I just got the blue tinted on mine, and it looks great. No noticeable difference in light output either.. I have the RBP so it sets it off nice.. Will post pics when Ernesto is gone from the area..
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Originally Posted by rockyfeller
I've also seen your pic of that anthracite on the RB site. I hope my anthracite looks as good as yours.
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09-01-2006, 08:33 PM
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I just installed the 35% and it's absoultely perfect. I believe it really depends on what color car you have. I think the 35% on a NBP would be a little too dark. but on a WDP it's perfect. the 20% actually looks more like a Ruby Red color to me. The 35 still has a little red show through, but it looks slick. visibiloity is fine durning the night AND the day. (I know because I just got pulled over... cop paced me... I just got the RSB installed and I wanted to test it out in the local mountains. cop tagged me but didn't give me a ticket. actually complemented the car. had the hazards on, turning signals running, and he never said a word except for "beautiful car"
go 35% you won't regret it.
go 35% you won't regret it.
09-02-2006, 07:36 PM
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here you go. 35% "Dark Smoked"
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since I was taking pictures, I took more. I'll post the for the forum in a min. tell me what you think!
it's not anything different that what we've seen, but it's mine :-) and I love looking at it!
hope the tailight pictures help!!!
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since I was taking pictures, I took more. I'll post the for the forum in a min. tell me what you think!
it's not anything different that what we've seen, but it's mine :-) and I love looking at it!
hope the tailight pictures help!!!
09-02-2006, 07:55 PM
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Here are more of the pictures that I took today.
My WDP... "Eliza"
I wasn't gonna show her till she was COMPLETELY done, but oh well. :-) there she is boys.... be gentle... :-)
My WDP... "Eliza"
I wasn't gonna show her till she was COMPLETELY done, but oh well. :-) there she is boys.... be gentle... :-)
09-02-2006, 10:57 PM
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Sequoia, thanks for the pics. Be gentle? You think someone is going to diss that car? You have to be craaazy. That car is GORGEOUS. I have I thing for WDP but my wife ironically doesn't like any car in pearl white. (and here I am trying not to openly say I like the color because some think it's a color for a "chick car". I guess guys like it more.) The wheels are what set it off. I'd say the only thing you need on that car is a lip spoiler. Then again I'm sure you purposely avoided wanting to copy 95% of the TLs out there. Thanks for the 35% pics, now I have a much better idea. As they do look hot I still think they're too dark for these pesky northeast 5-0s that'll pull you over even for LED washer nozzles.
09-03-2006, 12:17 AM
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Originally Posted by rockyfeller
Sequoia, thanks for the pics. Be gentle? You think someone is going to diss that car? You have to be craaazy. That car is GORGEOUS. I have I thing for WDP but my wife ironically doesn't like any car in pearl white. (and here I am trying not to openly say I like the color because some think it's a color for a "chick car". I guess guys like it more.) The wheels are what set it off. I'd say the only thing you need on that car is a lip spoiler. Then again I'm sure you purposely avoided wanting to copy 95% of the TLs out there. Thanks for the 35% pics, now I have a much better idea. As they do look hot I still think they're too dark for these pesky northeast 5-0s that'll pull you over even for LED washer nozzles.
i know I forgot to add something to my "to do" mods....
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09-03-2006, 02:10 PM
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Originally Posted by ubnpast
up here in NJ that 35% will not pass inspection. you may have a chance with 20% to pass.
Agreed the 35% is really dark and not recommended unless for show car purposes. 20% gives the right amount of tint and look on the car to get the job done.
09-04-2006, 12:14 AM
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Originally Posted by RockBlocker
Agreed the 35% is really dark and not recommended unless for show car purposes. 20% gives the right amount of tint and look on the car to get the job done.
09-04-2006, 02:37 AM
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just wondering cause i live in AZ, but has anyone ever had a problem with rockblocker fading? I really want to put some 20% on my NBP but i just wanted to be sure
09-04-2006, 10:04 PM
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Originally Posted by realfresh
just wondering cause i live in AZ, but has anyone ever had a problem with rockblocker fading? I really want to put some 20% on my NBP but i just wanted to be sure
I havent heard of any problems and dont forsee any as long as you wax it at least 3 times a year with a quality carnuba wax.
09-05-2006, 09:16 AM
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Originally Posted by realfresh
just wondering cause i live in AZ, but has anyone ever had a problem with rockblocker fading? I really want to put some 20% on my NBP but i just wanted to be sure
I live in AZ and dont have any problems. Just wash and wax the tail light kit no matter where you live. Clear coated finishes always look better waxed IMHO
09-05-2006, 09:18 AM
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Originally Posted by whatjones911
Is there anything lighter than 20%??
35% tint means 33% light loss in the light. So this one is much darker.
Right now 20% is as light as we have.
09-11-2006, 07:17 PM
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Here is the 20% (the lighter version) installed on my NBP. It is just perfect IMO, not too dark and not too light. Bump for rockblocker , 10 minutes and the taillight tint was on.
, 10 minutes and the taillight tint was on.
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