Ok looked up a thread over at Acura World and it got me thinking. WTF is moleskin used for with window tinting. And also what are the issues/problems that occur when moleskin is not used.

I was quoted for a $265 tint job that has the ceramic tint and not the metallic shit. I would like to ask them some questions but I would like to be informed on right way tinting on our cars should be done and if it includes moleskin.

http:///forums/f72/tinting-windows-m...oleskin-53336/

 

Well it seems I can't get the link to work properly. In the meantime I think I answered my own question by looking up Tintprotector thread and their website.

https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...=moleskin+tint

http:///acura/index.htm

Ok for the people that used the Tintprotector kit I assume this is a very easy DIY. Should this be done before or after tinting?

 

You want to add the tint "protector" afterwards and then adjust the felt so it does not streak glue all over your windows...

 

So where does this glue and other scratches come from? That actual tint itself?

Edit: Just answered another freaking question by looking at tint protector website.

 

This is my input on moleskin....

I've originally installed them. Some came out, so I've removed all of them.
I do not have ANY scratches... I've been moleskin free for months. Keep your interior clean and dust free, and you will not have a problem.

I still have the moleskin tape, I may re-apply it in the summer, as our windows tend to stay open more. We'll see...

 

By design, the wipers inside the door of our cars press hard against the glass. They also accumulate a lot of sand, soot and other debris while driving. When you apply tint, this debris can and most likely will scratch your tint based on the above combination.

When I installed my tint I didn't use the Moleskin. After rolling my windows down less than 5 times, I had large scratches on my tint. I then broke down and bought the Moleskin. When I disassembled my door panels to remove the wipers, I couldn't believe the amount of crap that was stuck in the wiper channels. It quickly explained the scratches on the tint.

I recommend buying the moleskin and following the instructions to the tee. The only problem I've seen with them is that the edges of the material sometimes rolls over onto itself and the adhesive glue streaks your tint. This happened to me and was easily cleaned off with Goo Gone.

 

is there a way to remove the scratches on the tints once there already there and there not deep scratches?

 

I don't believe so.

 

WTF were you doing over at acura world???

 

New tints....

 

Moleskin FTW. I installed them myself. Very easy. Just take your time.

 

Usually, a good tint shop will charge $50 for the moleskin including installation. Not a horrible price, but it protects the tint a lot better.

 

Lots of info on moleskin/felt from the 3G TL Garage:

K-012: DIY: DIY Moleskin install step-by-step with pics
https://acurazine.com/forums/ramblings-12/how-set-up-transactional-web-sites-139437/


K-013: Window tinting-Moleskin/felt-Information and Installation Instructions
https://acurazine.com/forums/car-parts-sale-361/nokia-5100-6100-series-access-88957/
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/

 

Has anyone ever heard of a tint shop "roughing up" the stock felt instead of using moleskin? The want to charge $255 for ceramic.

 

Our Tint Protector moleskin kit is easy to install and is made auto use.

We have a discount for AcuraZine members. The link it below.

http:///forummembers/

 

Stock felt? I didn't see any felt when I had my door panels off. As far as roughing up. You take some sand paper and rough up the rubber edges where you are going to stick the moleskin so it adheres better.

 

This is exactly what I was told by the Owner of a tint shop that I went to. I got my windows tinted with 1 strip of moleskin for each window for about 170 dollars Ceramic Tint. The tint also came with a Lifetime Warranty. If anybody lives in the LA area. I highly suggest getting your tint done at California Tint on Rosemead and Mission. You'll have to get there early though as customers start lining up as early as 8 am on a Saturday. Once you have moleskin, just make sure to use a duster can to clean them once a month.

 

There is no stock felt, just the rubber swipes. A tip for anybody installing the moleskin themselves, which is very simple by the way. Wait until after you have the windows tinted to do the moleskin. I didn't really think about it when I did mine and installed it before taking the car for tint. The tinting process can compromise the adhesion of the felt to the window swipes. I had problems with glue streaking after having my tint installed (search and you will find a lot of people have had this happen although the causes claim to vary). I ended up replacing the drivers door felt and haven't had a problem since. I still need to do a couple other doors but waiting for warmer weather. If you do get the moleskin and have issues, just contact flnsx (tint protector), and he'll take care of you. Excellent customer service.

 

so the deal is; get the tint done and dont roll down your windows until you apply moleskin? anyone have a good link for moleskin?

 

this seems to be the best n only place to get it for real cheap...

less than $6 SHIPPED for 1 inch x 10 ft roll. enough for all 4 windows i believe

http://empirepao.com/?page=moleskin

i purchased mines from here about 2 weeks ago. have yet to install it, it's just sitting in my room..

 

oh and just so you know, you might see some "moleskin kits" that are custom cut for the acura 04-08 TL and these "kits" will retail for nearly ~$30 shipped.

save yourself some money and just get the 1inch x 10ft roll and DIY

 

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