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These are about as easy as they get....The rubber seals that surround the side glasses pull out just like the impala. On the front and rear panels there is a molding on one side that appears to be in the way, but the seals easily slide out and in from behind this molding w/o pulling the panel.
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Any tips? I hate working on old cars.
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I have a customer that has an 87 vette with some purple a$$ tint on the rear. He wants it redone. Im still pondering if I wanna tackle this project since I've never done a vette . Is there any suggestions on how to shrink the rear plus im5% not sure how much I. should charge him. Thanks in advance for any help
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The other thread some one was drunk..... but any ways any thing special to tinting these? Any felt?
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im not a panel puller but save your self the headache and pull them. 2 torx screws, pop panel and lift up and off, tape felt.... other wise its a pretty straight forward car.. back glass is easy.
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2 door Cobalt installers. Step inside. 1 2 3 4
by Guest l1ld3v1lrydr- 33 replies
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Did a 2 door cobalt yesterday for the first time. Used EFW True black in 20% all around, and I used the single anchor across the center a little higher than the middle. Left the top and bottom long to do the pull method, and I also used Elmers clear school glue on the dots for the first time. I think every thing came out decent except for a few small fingers at the bottom of the glass that wouldn't go away, I think I shrank the tint to it's max and it wasn't shrinking anymore. Also on the pass side, after I cut the nub for the defroster a horizontal finger appeared. This one would lay down but kept coming back. And with the glue... I installed film like normal, hard carde…
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I have several customers (in a vette club) that want their targa tops tinted. What do you guys use? Some have tried the static cling tint with poor results stating it will fall off in high temp days and actually shrink. Some have purchased the cling preformed vynil but that is more like a window wrap material with the small holes and doesnt block enough heat. Any suggestions?
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This week was pretty cool! Not very often does a shop get a chance to get some pics like these. We had a very good customers brand new ZL1 that I went to the dealer and picked up for him while he was out of town. Did Huper Optik Ceramic 40 on the entire car and Ceramic 70 on windshield. Also did Clearshield paint protection on it as well. Well this week, the ZL1 is still sitting here and yesterday another customer dropped off his Mustang Shelby GT500 Convertible to have us tint. So I just had to throw them both out front and shoot some pics for our website. The ZL1 is a bad ass car to drive with a sound…
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oldie but a beauty...
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Watched our paint protection trainer tint an 07 Z06 yesterday. Did the dryer sheet on the back, no H pattern, no U pattern, he just made a small circle in the middle of the glass and shrunk from there. There was no lifting and pulling of any sort, and he did it in 17 minutes, totally going to change the way that I try it, from what I always read on here. this way was way faster I believe.
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had this to work with this morning, wasnt fun at all
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This back glass is bioctch and imo can only be done easly with llumar, suntek or Johnsons. Even if you can get it done, its so stressful shrinking a film that needs to be pulled, lifted, and fingers need to be split. Just way too much efffor. BTW, Im in between choosing Llumar or Johnsons over suntek. Somone please tell me which shrinks faster/better.
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Any tips on the front windows? How do the bottom gaskets remove? Is it neccesary to remove the door panels? Thanks in advanced
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One Pieced my first vette 1 2
by Guest agentbuckwold- 11 replies
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I finally got on under my belt in one piece. 1981. M-dog shrink with EWF Classic Black 20% on the BG and EWF Classic Black 35% on the sides.
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Have one to do today, anyone done one yet? Looks easy from the photo's.
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G 6 convertable
by Guest Flatbowdad- 0 replies
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Did a 2009 today and it was a joy to tint. Although I had the top down and did the rollups first, than when I put the top up all the windows rolled down. Gladly nothing peeled up,off,or back. Back glass was popcorn and I was cleaning windows in less than two hours. (fast for me). Lesson learned, do back glass first , than do rollups :>)
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Newer Impalas
by Guest Chris91Z28- 8 replies
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I know this is old news but, screw the guy who designed the rear headrests on the Impalas. The rest of those cars are soooo easy and then you get to the back. He must have stock in the chiropractic industry.
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2012 camero issue
by Guest Flatbowdad- 2 replies
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I tinted a 2012 convertable two weeks ago at a dealership and yesterday I went back to do more work and the camero was on the showroom floor with the top down and the windows up. Low and behold im looking at the quarter glasses and they have about a half inch of glass showing around the edges and my front doors hace a micro edge like I like to have. The manager walks by and I said I needed to redo the quarter windows and he says what for they look great.( Dealer work is great). I told him why and he said ok, if you want to. Anyway I realise the quarter windows need to be tinted with the top down to get that micro edge. Do you guys or gals see any problems with pealing or …
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Anybody know the size of this decal? I have the file, but don't know the factory size.
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2006 Equinox back glass methods
by Guest AutoShadez- 2 replies
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Any suggestions or tips for shrinking a back glass on a '06 equinox?
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new Tahoe
by Guest dumplin- 2 replies
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I just did one yesterday , fairly simple ride . All panel pullers will be a little mad at the new design though , still fairly easy . Front doors have 3 10 mm bolts , one behind door latch and 2 under door pull . also the door lock knob has a little cover that pops out and whole panel is clipped on . Rear doors same principle as fronts , p/s quarter has antenna made on it but is simple to cut around . Rear hatch is simple and easy one piece , I see down the road problems with the design as all the hardware is glued on the glass . The front windshield is a little tricky , around the mirror it has a deep matrix . A new wire cover and some type of round device with wires go…
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2011 camaro convertable
by Guest Flatbowdad- 4 replies
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Just killed one today. Very easy I thought but I might have just got lucky. I left the dealership with the doors cracked open with the latches tricked to keep the windows in the up position. It is in the sun all day and they are going to pull it in the shop tonight. Do you think it would be save to unlatch the doors and let the doors retract that 1/2 inch and attempt to shut the doors. Thanks, Keith
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2011 vette coupe
by Guest Flatbowdad- 1 reply
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I have one of these to do Monday but I did not get a measurement over the phone. What width film will I need to do the back glass. 36 is as wide as I have in stock, is that wide enough.
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2007 Chevy Impala
by Guest jasonbuchanan- 8 replies
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Doing my first Impala today and was looking for some tips. I have removed the seals and ready to go. Wondering if you guys take out the back seat or decklid. These headrest seem to be right in the way, any tips would be appreciated.
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New camaro front side windows?
by Guest jasonbuchanan- 5 replies
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I am not having a problem tinting this vehicle its the drivers side window very bottom corner keeps lifting up. I have locked the windows in the up positon and have provided a lot of heat and drying time. They still come back within a couple days with the window peeling from the bottom. Please help as I have one in the garage now.
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Did my first Vette today. Owner told me 1 shop said it was too hard, another was booked ahead for a month, and he had a "reputable mobile tinter" come by earlier this week, worked on it for 2 hours and gave up without laying any tint on the inside whatsoever. Overall I didn't think it was too bad, seamed on first defroster and 3 pieced it (didn't even try one piece, probably should have) Removed struts and latch and let them dry pretty good before putting them back on. Suntek Carbon 35
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Hey guys, Quick question and you can flame me if you want but how else will I know if I dont ask. Do you guys prefer 1 ply or 2? I tinted the back glass of a 97 camaro yesterday and was using my EWF true black 2 ply film. Not sure why but I could not get the film to stretch like I wanted. After trying to manipulate the film for a while I gave up and broke out some old 1 ply suntek film I had and it seemed to be easier to stretch on the glass. I know were talking 2 different thicknesses and films but do you guys think thats a thickness issue or a film issue? I really like working with the EWF but this was my first time to tackle a camaro window with it and it just wasnt w…
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2007 Chevy Cobalt 4 Door 1 2
by Guest jasonbuchanan- 14 replies
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I am tinting a 2007 cobalt side windows, and I am having trouble with the sides wrinkling where I fold back the film and peel the bottom half of the liner. The seals on this and a few others have seemed really tight and keep becoming an issue. Am I peeling the bottom in the wrong direction, creating a wrinkle or I am just doing this wrong. Any help would be very appreciated. Jason Ram Studios Tint
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99 Z06 rear window
by Guest streetsalon- 2 replies
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I Searched these forums last night along with you tube for info and tips on doing a 99 vette back glass because I had my first C5 vette booked in today. Got some useful info and managed to pull it off today, did a one piece on my first shot. Took me about an hour. Customer was super happy.
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I've got a 2000 2dr cavalier booked for today, I hear some guys on here are saying the shrink is hard? If so what anchor should i use. The horizontal line or the "| |" captain anchor? Also going to put vinyl over the dot matrix
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Trailblazer back glass
by Guest fogged306- 8 replies
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I went through 9 pages of chevy car topics on here and nobody has posted anything about this window, so I'm guessing I'm doing something wrong. Just can't seem to get it shrunk very well. I'm using the dry method (bar soap) and an H pattern with solargard HP smoke film. The bottom corners seem to be just too much for me. I'm pretty new to the dry method and back glass in general, although I've successfully shrunk a 01 taurus and 99 town car among a couple other easy back ones, Just can't get this one after 3 attempts. Any tips?
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antenna piece broke off on 06 impala back glass.. help!!
by Guest benski- 5 replies
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i was going to clean the back glass on a 06 impala, and i went to pull the black wire that is attached to the back glass off ( i assume that is for the radio ) and the nipple that is supposed to seperate, and stay on the back glass broke off and pulled off with the wire attachment... is there a way to get this attached back to the back glass? i assume there is some kind of repair kit that will make a good connection so the radio will have good reception... any pointers will be greatly appreciated
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Not bad for a film rep huh? SolarGard Ultra Performance 10 - Nano Ceramic = Thick film and a challenge to shrink on this car. Used a tip suggested by a friend. Worked like a charm! Just pull on the tabs and shrink away.
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Looking for the Gill stipes in various forms. I have solid ones already, but customers are asking for the "transformer"? version... basically the outline of the gill edge, not the inlay of the gill. Any help would be appreciated. I dont feel like patterning these again.
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95 Impala 1 2
by TintWizard- 18 replies
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It's been a long time since doing one of these ..forgot just how much I didn't like doing them till now
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Impala!
by Guest milly- 7 replies
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This is probably one of the easiest cars I've done so far, any one else agree? Haven't done BG yet, but about to!
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2012 Sonic
by Guest chevtinter- 1 reply
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Has anyone else done one yet the back glass on the sedan (not the hatchback) is very long and i am having trouble when i get to the top it is creasing. I use the H pattern to lock it down and dryer sheet. Thanks
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86 corvette
by Guest tintnmoreok- 4 replies
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We have an 86 Corvette in the shop today. I've tinted them before using multiple pieces but I've heard that they can be done in one piece. Anyone have advice on how to do this in one piece?
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wow this color really stands out...
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If someone has a vette to do in the next 4-5 days, please make a video of shrinking the rear window on newer vette for me? Thanks!
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Automotive Tint Comparison
MEP Films distribute Llumar in Australia. I for one have been using Llumar since 1984 and have very rarely had or seen any issues with quality and that is why the brand is my go-to the majority of the time. Sun Tek have some good automotive films that I like, but other than those, I am strictly a Llumar user. BTW Eastman Chemical own both Llumar and SunTek so I imagine their film technology may be somewhat shared. -
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Better shop in Europe to buy Films and Tools?
Hi guys, Im new here and learning how to tint… I live in Europe and to find tools and tints to buy here is very difficult. I just got some tools and tint on this website: tintwrap.eu This website was the only one I could find some felt squeegee and high quality films with the best price to deliver in Europe without ripping me off. the delivery was quick, about 2 days. and the material was high quality as well. Do you guys have any other websites suggestions? Thanks -
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Paint Protection Film (PPF) is it needed or worth it?
I've never had PPF done before and never had issues with the paint on the car looking bad. I usually park in the garage and have had Kia Casa White - Solid on my Sportage since 2015 and no noticeable issues with the paintwork. The new car is Glacier White - Solid I've been told that PPF is beneficial, but very few people I know have actually opted to get it for their cars. I've been told there are many benefits such as: No need to ever wax or use sealant after the coat is applied Stops the paint fading Makes cars super easy to wash Prevents Acid Etching from animal contaminants, hard water spots, tree sap UV Rays Acid Rain (although I don't think I've ever seen acid rain) Repels Water & Grime Saves Water Will not wash off, crack or peel Non-abrasive Self-Healing Properties: repair minor surface scratches and swirl marks on their own when exposed to heat. So is this all simply marketing spin to provide another product to the market without any noticeable benefits? Does the average family car really need PPF or is this more the reserve of the show car, tuner set, car aficionado niche? Brands SystemX Australia Johnson Paint Protection 3M Cleargard Paint Protection Pro Series Film OMNI Nano-Ceramic Surface Coating 3M Scotchgard Paint Protection Film Pro Series Ceramic Coating Package Graphene Coating Package SunTek PPF OZ Paint Protection Film OZ Paint Protection Films GTechniq Ceramic Coatings Tint Haus 10H Ceramic Coating XPEL Ultimate Fusion Swissvax handmade wax range. Opticoat Pro Ceramic Pro 9H CQuartz Finest Pompanazzi Gtechniq Crystal Serum -
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Cracked glass
Follow up: Attached is the performance data for Johnson's Resi/Comm window films and if you look to the bottom you'll see DN50 has a solar absorption of 39%, which is well below the threshold of concern which is generally accepted as 50% absorption (with no shadow). With a straight line shading from the roof this does increase the risk, which is usually low for straight line shading compared to other types. I've also attached a pdf of Johnson's film-to-glass chart which is used to determine how safe a film is. The thicker the glass the higher the risk; you say 6mm tempered and 4mm is the cracked one (interior pane). The question now is what compass direction do these panels face? In the end, I'll just suggest you hook back up with the person that installed it and get his input. He had to have been comfortable suggesting that film. I still believe it's a one off cracked panel and the rest will be fine. It takes 2 seasonal cycles to know for sure. Truly your call as to whether or not to replace with something lighter such as DN60. Here's more helpful info that helps you question the glass type on the interior; is it plate or is it heat-strengthened (HS). I believe it is plate and not tempered or HS. Why? Plate glass with suffer thermal shock if the edge temperature is different than the center of the glass by 50 degrees F. Heat strengthened requires 100 degree F difference, and Tempered requires 200 degree F difference. Ryker chimed in and that stimulated further review. Good Luck with this. johnsonFilmToGlass_2021.pdf- 1
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Cracked glass
Whatever that glass is that cracked it is NOT tempered. DN 50 is pretty high solar absorption and your saying shadows too so you probably need a more reflective film.- 1
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Cracked glass
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Automotive Tint Comparison
1) Why avoid Suntek? I thought they resolved that issued with the easy scratching and that they are one of the market leaders in Australia? Also, it seems most of the well established Tint businesses use Suntek 2) I've heard mixed things about Rayno, with some installers raving about it and others disparaging it. Makes it difficult for the consumer to know the truth, given vested interests exist. 3) Is Ultragard a Australian exclusive product? The IP seems to be owned by GTS FILMS PTY LTD. How's the quality as it seems to have limited installers. 4) Is the MEP Films CNP that apparently are Manufactured by LLumar of the same quality as the LLumar tints (such as Llumar Formula One Stratos; Llumar Formula One Pinnacle; Llumar CTX)? 5) -
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Cracked glass
The crack indicates thermal stress, however, the edge of the glass may have an imperfection (bur or clam shell chip). The crack does run 90 degrees out from the edge and curves as it follows any weaknesses in the pane itself. I have attached a pictured of what tempered glass looks like when it breaks and alongside it what a plate (or float) and heat-strengthened glass looks like when it breaks. The outer panel my be tempered should indicate so by a stamp etched on the glass surface in one corner. It should indicate tempered. Plate glass has no indicators, however, heat-strengthened glass will crack in the same manner as plate glass. I'm an unsure whether heat-strengthened glass requires a stamp. Tempered glass is 4 times stronger than plate and heat-strengthened is 2 times stronger than plate. 1 in 24 is indicative of edge imperfection. I could not find the solar absorption rate of DN 50, but if it is similar to competitive films, there should be no issue with that installation setting (including a straight line shadow). This, too, points back to edge imperfection as the cause. And finally, I spy drapes in a close position, correct? If so, it would be helpful to crack open during sun exposure; this to assist in allowing trapped heat between the glass and drapes to dissipate.- 2
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Hello. I recently installed Johnson Daylight Natural DN 50 on a couple of windows. Solar energy rejection is 39%. The windows are double pane and the glass is supposed to be tempered 4mm + tempered 6mm. The roof overhang shades the top 1/3 - 1/2 of the windows. However, a few days after installation I noticed that one of the glass has cracked, presumably due to thermal stress. Should I remove the film from the rest of the windows? I installed the film on 24 of these windows (6 tiny houses) so now 1 out of 24 is broken. Or is it more likely that I just got unlucky and the glass had a defect? Is shading from the roof overhang such a big factor? The glass cracked. Is it really tempered? I thought tempered glass would shatter, but not crack. Thanks! -
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Residential Window Tint - Suntek SYDS vs. Solar Gard Slate vs. Madico Optivision
Did you get this taken care of? What were the results and are you pleased?
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