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dem Cowboyz are really pizzn me off rite now
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New To Business In Canada
by Guest Shaemus- 8 replies
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Good Day Everyone! As you might already know I am new to this business and new to this forum as well. I have been researching this industry for the past year or so to see if I could switch from my current business of Pressure Washing to this. After careful consideration I have come to the conclusion that this would be best. Is there any on here that feel like sharing some industry knowledge and experience with me to get things started. Right now I am in the process of meeting with the reps of 2 different suppliers. One is Madico and one is Bekaert. Does anyone have the straight skinny on which to go with to start, or are none of these a good option? I feel lik…
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Dodgy/bad service? Need your advice
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Hi I'm not professional, but customer . I've got my new Mazda3 tinted yesterday and I feel a little bit paranoid about what has been done to her, because it's just 2 weeks old car and tint work looks dodgy to me. My previous car didn't have tint. So I'm here in seeking of your professional advice and recommendations, before I put my formal complain. First film, Kolon film was installed instead of johnson, which I was told over phone as fully metallised. Tint looks not too bad on my taste and I can leve with it, but is this film 100% metallised or not and how it's in comparison with johnson films in general. Second is the work, here I'm frustrated. 1. Both front w…
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WHAT'S YOUR CHOICE 1 2 3 4 6
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Helo everybody - as we are in the bar we must know what to drink I don't remeber if this poll was here or not, but anycase if was - long time ago. So - what do You like to drink?
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Funny pics 1 2
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Im using Suntek Carbon for the rear screen of certain cars(radio reasons). For the last few months its been really curly and wanting to fall off my peel board (corners first). This happens when the backing sheet is removed. I find myself juggling the film and my bottle before I've even picked it up! Once inside the vehicle its corners are rolling up and its a real I have tried different heat settings on my heat gun, holding the gun further away, using low fan speed (dry shrinking) and all sorts of ways to try and combat this, anyone got any bright ideas other than the obvious 'use another brand of tint'.............
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a good essay paper, read all 7 pages...clcik here
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if a employee damages a vehicle, door panel, cut seat etc who pays ?
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Home Counties Tinting
by Guest steff- 5 replies
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Been tinting for years, and have been running a business for more tha I care to remember. Like a lot of trades, it looks easy when you've been doing it for years. Look forward to talking with like minded folk.
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Today in Kazakstan First thing he asked was bea Here is picture attached for better understanding
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Canadian Tinters 1 2 3
by Guest Shaemus- 22 replies
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I hope there are some companies located here in Canada like myself. If so drop a line. Lets work together to improve business. Industry tips and Tricks...Secrets! Local Markets Installation
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Security films 1 2
by Guest Diamond Tints- 17 replies
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Any help on installing security films 12mil to cars as I feel the slightest bit of dirt and its #$%#$, heard of people putting it on dry with a laminator Just looking for any tips anyone might have
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My Webpage - seems it is finished on 79,2%
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Problem with a film company 1 2 3
by Guest pwt99- 28 replies
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hey guys, just wondering if anyone here uses Johnson and if so, I was wondering if it is only me, or is their customer service for everyone going down the toilet !!?? Nearly every order I have givin those fools lately has been #@%*ed up !!
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Different ways of installing B/G cleanly??
by Guest chip01- 6 replies
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What are the different ways of installing back glass that people find most effective
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Top Tip from Wales...The Bin technique!
by Guest walestint- 1 reply
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A method for remaining relaxed and focused during a tint application on a car is I find....... Place the bin at least 6 feet away from you and after every trim do not drop film on floor in a rush etc simply walk over the the bin and place each scrap of tint in the said bin. This allows you to not rush the job, it also allows you to plan your next cut and even have the chance to have a swig of tea or coffee on the way.... hope this helps!!
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Decided on tint, any thoughts? 1 2 3
by Guest bltoe21- 25 replies
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Hello all, First, this site has been extremely helpful in my search for the right tint...lotsa info in the archives. I am having my car tinted tomorrow and wanted to run my idea by yall, especially Blade and the other Solar Gard installers. The car is a 97 bmw 528i, color is silver with a slight blue tint, and I am as of now going with Solar Gard HP True Grey: 38% front, 28% sides, and 18% rear window. This is legal in my state (FL). From my reading I believe the transition from front to side to rear will not be very noticeable since there is only a 10% difference. From your experience is this true? I like the even darkness look and do not want too much of a contrast fr…
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Huge windows 1 2 3 4
by Guest Solscreen- 38 replies
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Anybody got a few tips on large windows? Clear UV I have just priced up a job with 26 windows all at about 3.5 metres high by 4.5 wide I think in feet thats about 11 feet high by 14 feet wide. All south facing, I am almost hoping not to get the job, blood sweat and tears springs to mind I have not tried back rolling, maybe this would be the best option? Mike
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Putting together tint percentages? 1 2
by Guest reject_racing- 14 replies
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Say when you are double layering, or adding the tint to the stock percentage, how exactly do you get the percentage of two layers put together? I've heard that you multiply the two percentages together, but how do you do that? How about the two percentages plus the stock percentage? Math anyone?
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Anybody know anyone in DEi 1 2
by Guest Raices3- 15 replies
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I looking into getting something set up with Directed electronics I talked to them and They want you to buy like $3500 upfront and they will tell you what to stock I was wondering if anyone has a hook up with them at wholesale prices where I could tell them just the alarms and remotes that I need and get those instead of like a bunch of alarms that I dont want to stock I really appreciate any help thanks
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VIPER ALARMS CLIFFORD DEI ETC
by Guest MOBILE AUDIO- 0 replies
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I HAVE A BUNCH OF VIPER ALARMS/ CLIFFORD and all the parts like sensors window automations and etc I used to sell on ebay but dei dont really like it, if you want you can contact me and I will quote you a price on alarms like 791xv 771xv etc everything is brand new no refurbs or b-stocks also including some pics... my email xsound1@yahoo.com, I also have all the parts or remote that you guys might need, I was searching and saw this post and people asking for viper so though maybe can post here help people out thanks
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This is for any of you tinters that are die hard Ozzy fans ...If you only think of Ozzy as the burned out dad on "The Osbournes"..then you will not be too interested...I'm looking forward to getting this CD..I've got everything he's put out in 35 yrs (box sets and greatest hits not included ) It's 13 songs from the pastfrom other artists origionally ..Jerry Cantrell on drums that have proven the test of time..only with Ozzy : OZZY OSBOURNE is going UNDER COVER to pay tribute to the songs he covets most on a new DualDisc coming out November 1 on Epic Records. Titled UNDER COVER, the audio side of the 13-track disc features newly recorded versions of OZZY?s persona…
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Sometimes it works, sometimes not. You know what I mean? That little orange box with the white triangle that's suppose to take you to the last post I read. It will normally take me to the last page that I've seen on a multiple page thread, but not to the last post. It is just a PITA to scroll through what I've seen, not a hot issue here.
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5000 1 2 3
by LEO'n'DARTZ- 23 replies
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Now here is 4,995 memberZ.... We have 4,995 registered members The newest member is segfault Time is now: 17th June 2005 - 12:39 AM
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Vista VS61 1 2
by Guest FilmBlazer- 18 replies
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Hey everyone, I just sold my first VS61 job this afternoon, but I have one major concern. The application in question is a storefront display. The entire job runs about 450 sq. feet on the glass and I am slightly concerned about the exterior reflectance of this particular film. VS60 is out of the question b/c of cost and I would like some input from someone that has some exerience with this film. I believe the exterior reflectance is 20% for VS61 for single pane glass. The film allows for a very high amount of light transmission, which I am hoping, will help to reduce the exterior reflectance. The 450 sq. foot application consists of just two vestibules with windows 10 …
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whats the best method / easier / quicker / less distructive etc Do you get less contam etc
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Imagine a whole city of nothing but stuntmen this is pretty funny to watch everyday things that happen http://www.ad-awards.com/inc/video.swf?id=127
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Rainbow Six Lockdown
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Does anyone have this game I am looking for some people to play with and/or join my squad gimme a holla back
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While trying to get home last night, I broke off my car key in the driver's door. I extracted the broken part out with no problems, and I do not have a spare key for this one. Any suggestions, logical suggestions? I could tell the lock cylinder was getting a little tighter lately, but ignored it. I have always said... I work on cars all day, the last thing I want to do is work on my own. The key is old and was getting weak too. I was just about to take it and try unlocking it through the trunk, thought about one more try, and snap. This sucks.
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air quality in my shop? 1 2
by Guest afterhours- 14 replies
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I have been in my new location about 3 months now and I have more "re-do's" than I have ever had. now matter how much cleaning and precaution I take there is an obserd amount of contamination for what I am accustomed to doing. now in my other location I rarely ever had to re tint a window unless there was a light gap, corner peeling, etc....... I am blaming all the contamination on a Steele Mill that is about 3 blocks away. could this be the problem??? I h@te to give up the spot b/c it is a prime location and the rent is cheap, I alos feed off of the car accesory shop next door. is there a solution to the air problem or do I need to move?
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Johnson Window Film 1 2
by Guest JMass- 16 replies
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hey, I am useing johnson window films silhouette 5%, 20%, and 35%. I am looking for something that will match factory car/truck windows and that has a more black look to them rather than a silver reflectiveness. Any sugestions. thanks
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I got my own tint and stuff 1 2
by Guest mastertinter- 17 replies
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So in walks this customer and asks how much to tint his car, then he follows with I got my own tint come and see what I want. So out I go, he pops the trunk and suprise hes got a pile of those little boxes from walmart, good old Gila film, and the stuff with the screen printed flames no less, real custom stuff. He says he wants the whole car done with the fancy flames and points to the picture on the box you know the one with the sweet little sports car all pimped out and the flawless tint job, like these kids buying this stuff will ever get anything close with this product. So I tell him to return the gila film and I can do the car for so much with real tint, hes shock…
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Hi all I am new to the forum, I have been doing some research on window films and found your great sight. Thought I would stop in and ask you knowledgeable fellows a few questions. I just recently purchased a new to me house. It has heat mirror windows on the southern wall. One window gets condensation in it once in a wile. These are or were argon filled. Local window people say it can't be fixed. Then they state they are very expensive. I say why not fix. I have argon and I am sure good glue/silicone would fix the leak. Any input would be greatly appreciated. I will be constructing a greenhouse shortly. I have a large pile of slider windows. I am thinking of removing …
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After looking at the tint section I already see 3 shops that are lying about things, one guy says he has like 14 years of experience and he actually has 9 becaue I taught him to tint and he doesnt even tint he has a girl doing it , another says he has tinted over 14 thousand cars and he has only been tinting for about 5 years and that he does everything in 1 piece (this is the guy that comes to my shop and digs scraps out of my trash can, I @#$% you not) another says he has won best tint shop in town for 9 straight years when in reality he hasnt even won it once man what a bunch of lying punks
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just starting
by Guest previabob- 4 replies
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hi every one im new to this made redundant and I was looking to find something new I have been on some courses to learn or try to learn car window tinting can anyone help to put me straight on were to buy my tint from and the best tools for the job, im hopeing to start up in the northwest thanks guys
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has anyone got any info on installing a two piece correctly??
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LEO AT WORK 1 2
by LEO'n'DARTZ- 13 replies
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Hi EveryBody! Yes, I can't tint a cars...But I am Xcellent carrier, only Xpensive So if You need to load something - waiting Your proposals
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Hi slow and Europeans! Americans are preparing to SEMA before half year. We have the same show in Essen but we keep silence about it. Is anybody planning to visit? To take part? Or simply don't know. As I know B-C-DMike take part last year with some car. We take part year before and one of our cars was last year (Kohler don't see it, but it was) . So what's about you?
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What is an established commercial/residential business worth?
I sold my business in '96 that had as assets: tools and inventory and goodwill. I bought it 2.5 years earlier for 5k. It had a gross sales # around 30K and very little goodwill since the owner only worked it part time. In the 2.5 years I ran the company, gross sales went from 30K upward to 177K as a one person operation. To be fair, the final year @ 177K included an installation sale involving 35K sq ft. Still I increased the gross from 30K to 100K under my direction in the 2.5 years of ownership. I sold the business in a short sale for 10K because I landed a corporate job at a film manufacturing company. I lacked the desire to further expand the business, but it was considered reputable even by my competitors. One of them bought it. Don't know if that helps but, maybe you'll find this helpful in determining the goodwill of the one you are considering buying. https://www.freshbooks.com/hub/accounting/calculate-goodwill -
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Window Tinter for hire in Rockville, MD
Must have experience and knowledge in the automotive window tint industry. This job requires people skills, a positive attitude and willingness to be a team member are essential to this position. Having experience operating a window tint plotter a plus. Pay will be determined during interview process. Please Call TJ Flores 301 979-1313 -
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What is an established commercial/residential business worth?
Gross 50-60? You could find that kind of revenue picking up cans. Whatever you're about to spend should be spent to market your own brand unless I'm reading this wrong. -
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What is an established commercial/residential business worth?
Looking to buy an established commercial/residential business. The company has grossed about 50-60k annually for the past few years. There's not really anything as far as assets go. So I'd basically be buying the phone number and 25+ years of being an established business. Just trying to get an idea of what I should be paying! Thanks in advance!! -
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Removable rigid window tint sheets - WTF?
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Commercial Residential Window Tinter Needed - Colorado
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Removable rigid window tint sheets - WTF?
I created an account just to respond here. I'm not a "tinter" or whatever yall may call yourselves but I came across this product and thought that it looked pretty cool and something I could do myself. I ordered from Lazeway and spent like $150 for two packages. The product is from China although they claim all this America stuff on the website. All i received was two simple rolls of tint, nothing special. I was totally scammed and now I'm looking all over the internet for anyone talking about this product to let them know. Dont buy from them.- 2
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Air80 vs Stratos70 Windshield
Since there is no limit of darkness on the top strip, I have wanted to tint it. But I would go very dark, to help with sun glare in the evening. -
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Air80 vs Stratos70 Windshield
Yeah that’s a very fair point to a degree I’m probably overthinking it. I don’t see really significant glare reduction until you get into much darker tint. Like you I think visibility for me is more important living in the country. I’ll probably see what the specs list the differences between 70% and 80% and then double check with the tinter as to what they recommend. Likely will end up with 70% with a strip along the top. Air80 seems to be much more popular, not sure if it’s due to performance or the difference in cost being so much more for the stratos. thank you
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