Window Tinting - General Discussion
An Open Forum for the Window Tinting Industry.
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sars here?
by Mdog- 1 reply
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only a couple hundred miles away, hope this isnt true. mdog might get sars
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funny customer (or stupid customer) 1 2 3 4
by Guest thetintshop- 38 replies
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I was tinting an 03 dodge crew cab for a guy today and I had tinted the back glass and had just finished the rear drivers side door and was moving to the other back door. while I was cleaning the back passenger door, I noticed he was on the drivers side "checking things out". then he says this, "There's some pretty big bubbles in this window". I was like, "yeah right". so I go over and look at the back glass and don't see any; no trash, no bubbles, NOTHING. I said "where?" he says "right here on this one, they're everywhere" pointing to the drivers glass. I looked at him and smiled and said, "I haven't tinted that glass yet".
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I talked my sister into getting a 03 eclipse!!The next day she pops up w/a 03 Focus sedan!!No eclipse and no beetle(2nd choice)!!She's wondering why I was down the whole day!!"You could've at least bought a 1986 944"!! "My brother you need to see Dr. Phil"!!
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bad link {removed}
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where the hell is everyone??
by Guest Zrok- 9 replies
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ok, I've been home since around 330 my time....and nobody has been on really.....a couple here and there for just a little bit, but I'm feeling kinda lonely in here.....no one to chat with, no crap to stir...WTF?? where is everyone??? oh well, I'm gonna go get another beer.
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anyone ever hear about pocket shrinking . just seen it done today for the first time. damn it looks sweet and so easy
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postwhores delight 1 2 3
by Mdog- 27 replies
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hahaha keepin stats on day shoit postwhore stats
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yaaaaaaeeeeehhhhhh!! 1 2
by Guest keepitcool- 15 replies
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ITS MY BIRTHDAY!!! YAAAAEEEEEHHHH!!!! IM TAKIN HALF THE DAY OFF TO DRINK!!!.WOOOO HOOOO. I HOPE I GET MY CKY VIDEOS FOR MY BIRTHDAY.
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Heat Gun and The Dot
by Guest autoreflections- 9 replies
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I was reading up on dot matrix solutions and found the heat gun solution. We had a 4 door cavalier in the shop and tried this and it worked perfect. We didn't heat it very long and I was wondering if anyone could clarify how long to heat this. Off topic now: A local millionaire is entrusting me to tint his brand new BMW Z3 .. Not a biggie but what a car..... Other than that it's been quite the day: 3 tints, 2 shampoos.... and tomorrow I over booked.... LOL Not trying to bore you guys, just a typical day.
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the link to the Chat room is back, upper right side of the board
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man cool and very easy to use......gifworks.com very useful for me anyway I always am in need to shrink and edit gif`s and this is very easy.
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whats Napa like ?
by Guest pmuzik- 5 replies
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My son is going to be in Napa for 18 weeks for his externship working at a place called Copia I've done some web searches and found out a lot but can any of you California boys and girls give me some first hand insight? thanks
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good day
by Guest shades- 5 replies
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hey . I'm shades I'm in kangarooland. love the site. very useful ...
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Anyone see the show tonight? Thought it was pretty good, Don't know if they tape it in Chicago anymore, but sure seemed like he visited some blues joints before taping that show.
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red user name 1 2
by Guest thetintshop- 11 replies
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never seen one until now. freaked me out.
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Bubb Rubb's site
by Guest Olfablade- 9 replies
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http://homepage.mac.com/howheels/rubb.html#MP3
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Wonder if someday there will ever be a TintDude convention...
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vista
by Guest thetintshop- 8 replies
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I need a new flat glass line of film. everybody give their opinion. and don't tell me stuff like huper is better, or panaramo, or whatever. just tell me why you choose it. or didn't choose it.
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I see what you guys go thru down there!! I've done 2 Tauruses from Cali the past 2 weeks and a Neon!!The Taurus when I took off the plastics and the strips the doors were like a sand box!! Neon also had dust all over the the seals!! The desert state!! We've got a whole bunch of trees up here that does most the filtering for us!!
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Mdog, here's my tank.... 1 2
by Guest Zrok- 14 replies
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here's the top
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I was checking out the newbie area and I saw that a guy in the UK removes windows to tint them...I have been at this for over 10 years and I have heard of people who do this but I thought it was an urban legend (like the woman who walks out covered in peanut butter calling her dogs name to find out it's a surprise party ...but I digress). I used to tint for glass shops and if I had a single window to tint that was being replaced I would install it first. Partly because when I lay a window on a table the dust is worse flat and secondly because it's so easy to scratch installing. I have removed glass on cars with rubber moulding windows like old VW's but that's about it…
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What film to use??? 1 2
by Guest powertints- 11 replies
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I have to tint the windows at a Navy station near by. The windows look into the armory and they want a privacy film with at least a 4 mil security spec and specify on the work order in bold print that it cannot reflect at all. I was thinking 7mil security (cause it's in stock) and baybe a 20% auto for the privacy factor. I use Llumar for flat and even the nuetrals reflect, so I am weary about using even like the N1040. Any suggestions?
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hahahahah this is real, jlo`s house got tore down by mistake
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ok, we've switched to 'legal film only...' and nothing else. and since, I've been so damn slow its not funny. this really sucks, and there's 2 shops in town still that are putting on illegal film.....how can I combat this??? I know that in the long run, they'll probably get caught, and have to pay 10grand as a fine, but what do I do to feed my kids in the meantime??? any ideas?? thanks.
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Are you ready for some football?
by Guest Film Maverick- 9 replies
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USC starts off in 57 days against BYU. Life w/o football is bringing me down man
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Old sK00l Miss. tinter enters the room. 1 2 3
by Guest Big_John- 22 replies
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Well, looks like I cant get out of the industry, so for all the guys back home in Mississippi, its Big John. So expect to hear from me again. Tried hard to retire, but somehow it keeps sucking me back in. I see Krebs and Mr. Joe are here, so if any of you other guys from the coast <Coast People, hehe> or Hattiesburg log in drop a line. Also if anyone has any tech questions I am a wealth of General B.S. <no promises> By the way, I know alot fo you red-necks are wondewring where I went, well. I am in Minnesota now. Hope to meet new folks at seminars and shows.
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tools
by Guest- 2 replies
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I'M A TOOL, I'M A TOOL, but the first post is mine!!
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HA HA I get to a motorhome!!
by Guest FastBackJack- 5 replies
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Ha Ha Suckers....I get to do a wonderful Motorhome and you dont. Neener Neener Neener, lick my Wiener!!! Ah man, I so do not want to go to work tomorrow. That damn thing is gunna suck!!!! At least I can flip the generator on and crank the A/C!!
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MDOG....QUESTION about cornelius tank 1 2 3 4
by Guest Zrok- 35 replies
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hey dude...what kinda 'air valve' do you have in the top of your tank?? where can I get one of those??? it looks like a valve stem, is that the case??? thanks
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how many have ever noticed that some peoples minds do work alike. I mean, ive noticed here lately that people who own mini vans are more likely to get them tinted at about the same time. or somebody that owns toyota trucks will almost all come at the same time. and on and on with different makes and models. or am I losing it?
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has anybody seen this comedy show? if you havent you have to watch it tonight, you guys on the west coast, I was crying I was laughing so hard, especially the "black white supremicist" skit funniest thing I seen on tv. it came on here at 9:30
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MSN Homepage-Keeping Your Car Cooler
by Guest SQUEEGEE- 4 replies
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Nice article giving consumers tips on reducing heat in their autos: msn recommending tint for cars
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happy birthday
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I have hacked the board to prevent session ID's in the url, this may help or hurt the performance. Please let me know if you notice anything strange happening, this may rectify the log out problem AOLers experience.
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Open Shop? 1 2 3
by Guest tintmomma- 24 replies
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We have been running a res/com home based bus for 7 months, and the jobs are coming in but it?s slow. We get about 7-10 calls a wk for cars but no one wants to come to our home garage, and prefer not to do mobile. Do we take the plunge and rent a space for a shop, get loans and do auto also? Or stay small, sub contract, while continuing to market the bus res/com only? Are shops more work then profitable?
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ok, I dont know if its my computer or not, but if I'm in 'general discussion' for example, and I click on a forum, the 'latest' won't be there, like if I post, then go back to the forum, and look, the one I just posted in isn't up top, its like I never posted....so I do a refresh, then it's changed....if I click (after posting) on the thread I just posted in, I have to refresh a time or two to even see that I posted (to see it added at the end) I dunno if its the site, or my machine....just a heads up, if its my machine let me know, it's kind of annoying...lol
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license for tint 1 2 3 4
by Guest thetintshop- 32 replies
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just curious. if your state made a law that said you would have to have a license to buy, sell, and install film, and would have to pay a yearly fee of $2500 to keep your license, would you do it? or would you fight like hell to keep tinting license free?
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any one knows where to buy some 40" extruded film 15% or dark 20%. Need 4 rolls 40" x 100ft. to do a city job contract on some vehicle. need to be inexpensive ( okay cheap). Need to last at least 2 years with out too much discoloration. email me at hopk4457@bellsouth.net.
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A friend of mine turned me on to this after he saw the Tintterrorist. www.realultimatepower.net It's a ten year old kid in Los Angeles.
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thought for the day 1 2
by Guest thetintshop- 17 replies
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Have you ever noticed... Sometimes when you're sad, no one sees your tears... Sometimes when you're happy, no one sees your smile... But fart, just once...
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Automotive Tint Comparison
You should cover 4.57m2 with that amount of film. -
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South facing windows DR film
Install went great. I went with NV-25, I am very happy. The room has been darkened significantly, from bright and hot to much more pleasant and enjoyable. Watching TV during the day is no longer blinding, when it is cloudy it is definitely a bit gloomy, I am glad I did not go with NV-15. I plan on getting more windows done in the future to help cut down on heat energy. Thanks for everyone's input! -
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The History of Window Tinting
Hello my fellow tinter’s… I would just like to share a story that is very near and dear to my heart. Hope you enjoy it. FLOW-ON: The History of Window Tinting -
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Seeking residential/commercial window tint installer in Las Vegas, NV
Las Vegas window tint company seeking to hire window tint installers for residential & commercial in Las Vegas. We are a reputable company that has been in the industry for many years. Serious inquiries only please. Window Tint Films LV (702) 483-4394 admin@windowtintfilmslv.com -
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Austin, TX - Experienced Window Tinters - Full Time- $1000 Signing Bonus - W2 - Year Round Work - Willing to Relocate
Company Background: Auto Tinting Austin LLC is a 5-Star rated Window Tinting business established in 2013. We offer high quality products, expert installation and excellent customer service. We Offer: -A Very Positive and Supportive Work Atmosphere -Consistent Work Year Round -Very Competitive Pay -Air Conditioned Bay -Tool Allotment -Snacks and Lunches -$1000 Sign On Bonus -Willing to Assist in Relocating the Right Candidate -Porter and Tint Shop Support Team -Plotter, Bottles, Shampoo Etc All Provided Job Duties: Seeking experienced window tinting technician to install automotive window film. Experience with plotter and hand cutting. Ability to operate manual vehicles for parking and moving. Will work with a helper team that can step in to cut film, move cars, remove film. Positive atmosphere. Hours: Schedule is open Monday-Saturday. Pay: $1000 Sign on Bonus! $1000-$2500+/Week Full Time, $300-600/Day Part Time ---BASE PAY AND TIPS!! Please call to schedule interview. 512-956-8468 Manager: Jody/Aric Auto Tinting Austin LLC 1601 Bench Mark Dr. Ste C Austin, TX 78728 www.AutoTintingAustin.com Job Type: Full-time Job Type: Part-time Pay: $1500-$2500+/Week Full Time, $300-600/Day Part Time -
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Stratos 70 on windshield, what is this?
Captain Obvious has two cents err senses to share: 1) The film should be removed and replaced, because it appears to have adhesive blemishes that shouldn't be there, and 2) The film should be reviewed/inspected once taken from the roll to avoid losing time and resources due to manufacturing issues. Little pieces not so much, but back glass and windscreen pieces ... definitely. -
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Automotive Tint Comparison
By the way how much coverage would I achieve from 1524mm x 3000mm (i.e. 60" x 118") -
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Olfa blades are not as sharp as they used to be
thanks for the input, going to try the nt blades -
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Olfa blades are not as sharp as they used to be
I switched so long ago... first to KDS but they went away. NT are great though. I use a piece of white strapping material as a cutting buffer between the blade and glass. Some use a button but I didn't like the feel..- 1
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Headlight Taillight Vinyl question... (Looking for CHROME)
I'm looking for a chrome/mirror wrap for headlights/taillights. No NEOchrome, just a mirror or chrome appearance. Looking to spice up a project. Looking for transparent so can see lights thru film. I have looked and can't find what fits the bill. Any help appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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