Basit06TL

Im about to get my windows tinted from a local shop and wanted to know if there was any special way to tint the small back window panels. The guy im getting my tints done from doesnt seem like he's done any high end vehicles or TL's for that matter so i'd like to give him as much info myself as I can.

01tl4tl

If he cant figure out what to do- and has no TL experience- you need to look for another shop-

One that knows what they are doing will say- we use this method and we have patterns for all the windows on your car- in this state you can have......

Basit06TL

Im sure not every tint professional at every tint shop has tinted a TL. I just wanted to know if there was some "trick of the trade" to tinting a TL that some of us here on the boards might be aware of that some tint professionals arent aware of.

theklassic

Hey there,

There's no trick - your tinter just needs to use a common tool, which I'm sure he already has, (looks like a small curved spatula) to move the film under the rubber liner. Any tinter will be able to do this, but most don't since it takes a little more time.

TLs are pretty straight forward to tint, nothing too complicated for most tinters. Let us know how it turns out.

Oh, make sure the film is computer cut!

ABP_04TL

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his right my guy did it like how "theklassic" said he moved the tint in there and perfect look at mines in this pic u can c the whole 1/4 panel tinted oh and i have 5% all around 35% windshield incase any1 wants to kno

Basit06TL

do all or most tint guys "computer cut" their tint? Whats the benefit of this other then the obvious more precise cut and fit?

ABP_04TL

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no not all tint guys cut computerized mines didnt and its good

Bearcat94

If he can't get the whole rear quarter window, IMO, it won't look good. Like the man said, it can be done and should be easy for an experienced tinter.

Also, if you haven't read it already: GET MOLESKIN on all 4 windows. You don't and I'll bet it scratches with 2 weeks.

I had to get mine redone and pay 2x to learn that lesson. And that was *after* I read about Moleskin here.

Basit06TL

Thanks..I think I have enough knowledge now as to what to look for to make sure this guy does a good job....

rodneyc77

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Computer cut doesn't mean quality.... just means that the tint guy is lazy... and is lossing touch with the ART of tinting...

What happens when the actual Glass/window isn't exactly to spec???? you'll have a gap b/w the edge of the window and the tint film... right???

Well, my tint guy totally removed the little glass... and tinted it on his table...

Yo... RBP_04TL... your tints look like sh!t....

theklassic

I half agree; yes computer cut doesn't mean quality - BUT it does mean less room for error and a more precise even fit. It has absolutely nothing to do with "laziness." If the glass isn't to spec then thats a problem with the template (which you can readjust on the plotter via its vector editing software.) But we've never had to do this.

Our head tinter has been tinting for over 7 years and will hand cut older cars and exotics that do not have an available computer cut template. I'm hyper critical of his work and I will tell you he's one of the best at freehanding around.

Tint shops that can afford a plotter system (runs around 7k-10k) gladly make the purchase because it ensures less warranty work and increased volume (hand cutting takes considerably longer.)


Please, please do not mix-in your opinions when talking about topics you don't fully understand. It does a great disservice to the board members and only furthers wrong info.

rodneyc77

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I wasn't trying to give anyone any wrong info... and I don't feel I did... I think I actually helped in this discussion... Thank you for your response. I bet that board members fully understand the concept better, since, you've cleared up the process you take (and other tinters using the technology) to ensure proper sizing is achieved...

Maybe I was being the pessimist in stating the obvious pit-falls to using comp. pre cut tint films... Nonetheless. Thank you for your clarification...

K-Shawn

Checkout www.lorenzotint.com.......for your custom tint installation, lorenzo is knowledgeable/update on the latest tint installations. Myself & Rodneyc77 both experience tint installations from Lorenzo, he's located on 242st on the border line of the Bronxs/Mount Vernon. If you want a price quote on tint installation, hit me up for a quote.

Kevin

rodneyc77

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I was just about to say the same thing... I knew you'll come thru and drop that line Kevin...

Additonally, Lorenzo... WILL install the MOLESKIN and give you a LIFETIME warranty... and/if you ever need any warranty work done... he'll give you a FREE detail...

rodneyc77

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Install Pics...






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rodneyc77

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Install Pics...

K-Shawn

Thanks for adding that Lorenzo installs moleskins and Lorenzo tint installations are warranty for life time. For example........when members on this board were complaining about scratches on there tint, Lorenzo was already installing the moleskins.......since winter of 2003. I mean if you want to talk about meticulious........Lorenzo would never leave that rear quarter window unfinish showing the line, he would of found away to complete that rear quarter window.........myself and Rodney are just perfectionist when it comes to our vehicles. Rodney.......do you still have the pics of Lorenzo perform tint installation on that fine WDP?. If you do........can please post them on this thread.

Thanks
Kevin

K-Shawn

Dam Rodney.......your quick.......I went to edit........and you were reading my mind, well here are the pics........thanks Rodney.

Kevin

ABP_04TL

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yo rod nicee show off lol.... naw but lorenzo is the shyt lol, i was gonna go to him but one of ma dudes i kno did mines if anythin happens 2 me im flyin 2 lorenzo just that rod 4got u mention u would need an appoiment or go early in the mornin wit ur car

BlacuraTL-S

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I did not get moleskin on mie at all ad my tint is not scratched...

Sorry bud...I went to Winners Tint...

I didnt even know about you...

06 Acura TL

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AM 2K5

You should really consider getting the moleskin for the sake of your tint. It's only a matter of time until your tint gets scratched. I thought that mine wouldn't scratch but it only took 3 days til my passenger side was scratched to hell, looks hella shitty now.

BlacuraTL-S

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i had tint on my car before for like 3 months, then i got a ticket...i did not need the moleskin then...I dont need it now...

ABP_04TL

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damn u definetly ridin dirty lol

MRP Pete

Spend the $ to go somewhere experienced. Should run $250 for the absolute best most perfect tint job possible. Look for reviews from other people here. Make sure they tint over the 3rd brake light. Make sure they tint over the dot matrix on the rear window. Make sure the rear window is all one piece. Make sure they tint behind the rubber on the little rear windows. Mention "moleskin". If they have no idea, don't go there. If you want to go for a nice drive through the foliage, make the drive to Tint King in Billerica, MA. Absolutely guaranteed perfection. Tint is one thing you don't want to skimp on. One little flaw and you can't stop noticing it and it will drive you nuts.