Tint question...
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Tint question...
So I swung by a local tint place with my new TL, and the guy tells me that it's going to be $269. Seems a little steep, but he told me that to tint it, they have to replace the rubber strip on the inside of all the doors because the stock ones don't have the "felt" and if they leave the rubber ones on, they will scratch the tint. Does this sound legit to you guys? Thanks for the help, in advance.
Scott
Scott
#2
It's true the felt prevents scratching, but the rubber wiper located in the door panels does not have to be replaced. The felt, often referred to as moleskin has an adhesive backing and applied to the wiper. There are numerous threads about tint scratching and moleskin. Here are a few from the 3G Garage.
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=90330
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=109439
https://acurazine.com/forums/wash-wax-23/black-fade-112578/
https://acurazine.com/forums/car-parts-sale-361/nokia-5100-6100-series-access-88957/
As far as cost goes, prices will vary geograpically and also consider the type and brand of tint being applied.
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=90330
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=109439
https://acurazine.com/forums/wash-wax-23/black-fade-112578/
https://acurazine.com/forums/car-parts-sale-361/nokia-5100-6100-series-access-88957/
As far as cost goes, prices will vary geograpically and also consider the type and brand of tint being applied.
#3
Originally Posted by scotttray
So I swung by a local tint place with my new TL, and the guy tells me that it's going to be $269. Seems a little steep, but he told me that to tint it, they have to replace the rubber strip on the inside of all the doors because the stock ones don't have the "felt" and if they leave the rubber ones on, they will scratch the tint. Does this sound legit to you guys? Thanks for the help, in advance.
Scott
Scott
The Owner of the Tinting place even drives a TL and he recommended "Formula One" product (which I had used on my previous vehicle). I have never had any problems with it whatsoever, and it has a "lifetime warranty". If you have a dealer in your area who sells "Formula One", they will probably recommend the (AM 30) film.
Good Luck!
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Originally Posted by scotttray
So I swung by a local tint place with my new TL, and the guy tells me that it's going to be $269. Seems a little steep...
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Originally Posted by Bammyz
Well, I think the pricing would depend on the area you live in. I live in South Florida and I paid $208 (before tax) for my TL.
The Owner of the Tinting place even drives a TL and he recommended "Formula One" product (which I had used on my previous vehicle). I have never had any problems with it whatsoever, and it has a "lifetime warranty". If you have a dealer in your area who sells "Formula One", they will probably recommend the (AM 30) film.
Good Luck!
The Owner of the Tinting place even drives a TL and he recommended "Formula One" product (which I had used on my previous vehicle). I have never had any problems with it whatsoever, and it has a "lifetime warranty". If you have a dealer in your area who sells "Formula One", they will probably recommend the (AM 30) film.
Good Luck!
#10
I have had my tint for around 2 months now, and there isn't a single scratch. I don't see how it's different than a 200$ tint. If it were to scratch, how would it happen?
Originally Posted by flnsx
Erigan,
It will scratch. You will see. TRUST ME.
It will scratch. You will see. TRUST ME.
#11
Suzuka Master
There is really no reason to apply moleskin to prevent scratches. The scratches are caused by debris being trapped in/on the interior wipe strip, and when the window is moved up and down across it it may scratch your tint. All tint is not equal and some scratch easier than others. That being said, the solution to this problem is very simple and most of us on this website are anal enough about our vehicles to easily prevent it. All you need to do is keep the interior of your car and the windows clean. If you let sand or gritty debris accumulate on that wiping surface you will risk scratches, and they will occur if there is moleskin, felt, baby butt skin whatever you choose to apply to the strip. TRUST ME!
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Originally Posted by Bammyz
Well, I think the pricing would depend on the area you live in. I live in South Florida and I paid $208 (before tax) for my TL.
The Owner of the Tinting place even drives a TL and he recommended "Formula One" product (which I had used on my previous vehicle). I have never had any problems with it whatsoever, and it has a "lifetime warranty". If you have a dealer in your area who sells "Formula One", they will probably recommend the (AM 30) film.
Good Luck!
The Owner of the Tinting place even drives a TL and he recommended "Formula One" product (which I had used on my previous vehicle). I have never had any problems with it whatsoever, and it has a "lifetime warranty". If you have a dealer in your area who sells "Formula One", they will probably recommend the (AM 30) film.
Good Luck!
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