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05-26-2012, 09:29 PM | #1 |
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Window Tint
Has anyone had their windows tinted from anywhere else besides the factory? I want to have it done this week but I'm a little worried about the "simple shut windows." The fact that they roll down a half inch or so every time you open the door scares me. If I remember right (its been years since I got windows tinted) you can't put the windows down for 24-48 hours. Anyone have any advice or info on this?
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I had mine tinted Thursday, it's no big deal. All the tinter has to do is unscrew the contact in the door sill on the body side. It's a black rubber piece with a screw in the bottom. This is used to roll the window down when the door is opened. It closes a circuit which sends voltage to roll the window down. After they're through tinting the windows they just reinstall the screw.
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I'm not worried that they can't do it, I'm just worried when the doors open it will ruin the bottom of the tint when the window rolls down.
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05-26-2012, 10:43 PM | #4 |
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It shouldn't be a problem. Just ask them to put a little heat to the windows to make sure they're dry. It only takes a minute with a heat gun.
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At least that's what my tinter did. He's been tinting windows for over 35 years, so I trust him.
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05-26-2012, 11:25 PM | #6 |
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The window tint option for the FR-S is not factory tint per se. It's a port-installed option, so it's window film just like any aftermarket option. If the port can do it, any quality aftermarket installer ought to be able to, too.
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I had the same concern and asked the tint shop what I should do, they said dont worry about it.
I didnt and it looks great.
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Thanks for the reassurances!! I should definitely be done in the next few days!
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never had any tint done in my car unless it comes installed from the factory. Aftermarket is always the way to go or a local tinting shop. Cheaper and if the work is guaranteed then you have some peace of mind.
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^ Yea, the tint shop I go to has been in business for years and they stand behind their work with a lifetime warranty. All 5 window cars (they considered the FR-S a 5 window job even though its technically 7) cost $185.
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Just went and had it done today, looks awesome!
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wow that looks dark. What % did you go for?
The windows seem to have a bit of tint stock, so I'm on the fence between 50% and 35%. |
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It's 15% all the way around, my first "off road" tint job so we'll see how much attention it gets!
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I predict a fix-it ticket in your future.
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