Window Tinting - General Discussion

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1. 

   help with photo's

   January 3, 2006 by Guest expertint

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   I've got some pics of my shop but can't seem to get them posted can someone give me a hand??..Thanks

   

   Last reply by Guest, January 4, 2006
2. 

   RAGING WILDFIRES IN THIS AREA 1 2

   January 2, 2006 by Mdog

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   click this, its a PDF file to our front page news. http://web.timesrecordnews.com/pdf/TX_TRN.pdf

   

   Last reply by aliveandawake, January 4, 2006
3. 

   Any Japanesse Tinters On Here

   January 3, 2006 by FEARON

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   Just wonder if anyone on her know of any Tinters from Japan who are registered on here?

   

   Last reply by TINTDESIGNZ, January 4, 2006
4. 

   Shop owner's that do remote starts

   November 22, 2005 by Guest Prestige

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   If you are a shop owner that does remote starts, this may intereste you. I am currently using trilogic bypasses for remote starts, they work perfect, very few comebacks, anyway, we are changing to the programming modules, so I only have a few different types of bypasses left, but I have a lot of them and I am willing to strike a pretty good deal email me at chris@cbaaw.com if you think you might be interested thanks Or if you have any questions about any of their bypasses you can ask me too, we order hundreds at a time, and we as well as many other companies feel they are the best.

   

   Last reply by Guest, January 4, 2006
5. 

   Saw A Screamer Link Here Recently

   January 4, 2006 by Guest HeavyBreather

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   Ya know one of those you watch, Then it scares the heck out of you. Any one know which post that was?

   

   Last reply by Guest, January 4, 2006
6. 

   bubbles? 1 2 3 4 5

   December 22, 2005 by Guest shanahd

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   This is only my 2nd flat glass job..... we have tinted some of the windows and have gone back the next day and there are lots areas where there are water bubbles that can be pushed out... I fear if I wait too long then they will really bubble and ruin the window. this is a restaurant that has been in business a few months so we have cleaned the windows with ammonia to get off the grease residue and then scraped, cleaned with soap and water to make sure the ammonia was gone.... anyone have any clue what could be going on .... as of now its not a big prob. but what if I wasnt going there everyday to push out the bubbles???

   

   Last reply by Guest, January 4, 2006
7. 

   To all MADICO film users out there..... 1 2 3

   January 1, 2006 by Customtinting

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   Greetings all: I just wanted to hear from any Madico film users. I have used Madico for years and find it to be to notch film. It holds up under the strange New England weather patterns. In 10 years in business, I have only had 2 warranty claims, both for glass failure. The company was great in both instances, covering their warranty without question. During this time, I have had repeated calls from other film installers customers asking about film replacement when it either peeled, de-metalized, or dis-colored. The original installation company had either refused to cover the warranty they originally claimed was lifetime, or would not even come to the home to…

   

   Last reply by Guest, January 4, 2006
8. 

   question about tint law 1 2

   January 2, 2006 by Guest zamac_man

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   I have been looking to get tint for about 6 months. I was wanting 5-10%, but I figured that would be too dark for night time. I was leaning now towards 15%, which is the legal for cars that came with tint. But, the law says you can't have darker than 35%, which is not dark at all. I read the law: (9) * * * No person shall install any tinted film, darkening material, glazing material or any other material upon the windshield or any window of a motor vehicle which, after the installation thereof, would result in such vehicle being in violation of subsection (2) or (4) of this section * * *. (10) No motor vehicle inspection certificate shall be issued from …

   

   Last reply by tintme69, January 4, 2006
9. 

   New car 1 2 3 4 6

   December 30, 2005 by TintDude

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   Well, it's official, my RAV is totalled, so we picked up this Infinity QX4. It's got alot of miles, but it's in great shape and fully loaded with options. We love it Mines white, but I haven't taken any pics yet so this pic is from the interweb...

   

   Last reply by LEO'n'DARTZ, January 4, 2006
10. 

    OK...what kinda cool gifts did we get 1 2 3

    January 1, 2006 by Guest tintgod

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    I was blessed with ipod video (60gig) radar detector 2006 for nascar for xbox kitchen knife set massage chair blender set for mixing up my protein shakes wireless unit for xbox and a couple of nice shirts what are a few thing you got?

    

    Last reply by LEO'n'DARTZ, January 4, 2006
11. 

    Gotta love the rednecks! 1 2 3

    December 31, 2005 by Guest Tinted

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    Time to mow!

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 4, 2006
12. 

    PIMPED TINTZ ON AUDI

    January 3, 2006 by LEO'n'DARTZ

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    Silver flame....

    

    Last reply by LEO'n'DARTZ, January 4, 2006
13. 

    gone in 60 seconds

    December 31, 2005 by Mr paladin

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    It is on the speed channel right now

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 4, 2006
14. 

    Not trying to spam, but thought some poeple

    December 31, 2005 by The ///Man

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    I'm a long time member of various NM based auto websites. They've gorwn into a very large one with a lot of knowledgeable people on it. It's www.racingsouthwest.com If you like cars, check it out.

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 4, 2006
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    "World's Only Tint Shop Ice Cream Parlor" 1 2 3

    January 2, 2006 by tintassassin

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    Glad to join, look forward to meeting fellow professionals and assocciates on this forum. Introduction: Advanced Tint Co. 4705 W. Broad St. Richmond,Va.23230 800-997-TINT 804-358-9576 email tintassassin@hotmail.com www.advancedtint.com established 1985 "Pimpin Rides Since "85" 1st Place 1998 East Coast Tint Championship Voted Va's #1 Tint Shop 95,96,97,98,99,00,01,02,03,04,05 Store Original Mottos; "When the Heats a Mother, Advanced Tint is your Daddy" "We can't smack the smiles off our /////Alpine Customers" BBB 10 golden torch awards , not 1 complaint in 10 years Nominated Young Entrepenuers of the Year "Richmond, Va.s Ultimate Discount AutoSalon Supe…

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 4, 2006
16. 

    retinting q&a along with winter problems 1 2 3 4

    December 29, 2005 by ponchonutty

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    OK, about a month or so ago I get this dealer calling me to tint a '05 Impala. I told him I really didn't want to do it on the day he had to have it done because it was going to be real cold that day and it takes for ever to warm up my shop. He insisted so I said OK. Well, for the most part things went OK until I scorched the end of the tint for the back window so I ended up 2 piecing the window. By this time I have the dealer calling wanting the car back (even though I told him I wanted it overnight in a warm garage). So, I made sure that everything was as dry as I could get it before delivering the car. Now, I have to redo the window because the owner complains of…

    

    Last reply by ponchonutty, January 4, 2006
17. 

    Thanks for the advice!!!!!!!!!&#33 1 2

    January 3, 2006 by Guest woodranch

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    Well boys I listened to you and took my car to a new tinter and had my window done for the 3rd time.It came out great!He took his time and just told me the previous tinter went to fast and left glue on a few of the defroster lines and there were a few creases.Just a rushed job.This new guy was great.......After he finished the job he told me to keep the car for a few days and be sure I was happy before I paid him.I said thanks but I gave him 250 and everybody was Happy.Thanks all for your valueable advice and sarcastic jokes.

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 4, 2006
18. 

    Texas Hardtails 1 2

    December 30, 2005 by TINTDESIGNZ

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    Anybody watch this crazy show-and if you do-how bout lil' Debbie?!!!She's smokin' HOT! "We like bikes and beer-guns and girls!-Now get back to work!"

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 4, 2006
19. 

    Avery Etchmark 1 2

    December 28, 2005 by suntint

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    Has anyone here used Avery Etchmark film? What is it like?

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 3, 2006
20. 

    1 pc or 2 1 2 3

    December 24, 2005 by Guest sportsman

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    I tried to 1 pc a back glass on a honda civic, cussed it everything I could think of, ended up doing it in strips a lot easier. OK I am new what is the best way to squeegee NORTH TO SOUTH OR EAST TO WEST THANKS

    

    Last reply by FEARON, January 3, 2006
21. 

    GEORGIA AQUARIUM PICS

    January 3, 2006 by Mdog

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    I think NAUTI went and posted some pic here somewhere Here is a link to some more pictures, this place looks amazing. http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthre...threadid=739892

    

    Last reply by tigerstripe, January 3, 2006
22. 

    Did Your area wake up

    January 3, 2006 by LEO'n'DARTZ

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    Believe it or not I got TWO new customers exact on New Year one order come December, 31 other January, 02. + I got transfer from Mr. Shadey December, 31, 2005 - for me it is good sign

    

    Last reply by LEO'n'DARTZ, January 3, 2006
23. 

    My Entry

    January 3, 2006 by Guest S and S

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    I use hospital towels and rewash them instead of paper towels. I also put pinesol in with my wash to help with keeping the lint off the towels and knocking out any contamination on them from dryer sheet/ soap residue. I find that useing the towels is a lot cheaper and better than paper towels. And the pinesol is my ancient chinese secret.

    

    Last reply by tigerstripe, January 3, 2006
24. 

    For you Flatglass dealers 1 2

    November 28, 2005 by Guest VOLTRON

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    Hey for all of you flatglass dealers I am a subcontract tinter and travel nation wide. If any of you have any large projects going on that you need help with or if you have something come up in the future and need some help just PM m or you can contact me at timadams79@hotmail.com or at (817) 938-1529. I have references from several different dealers and also from Enpro and American Filter Film. Also, back in October I went to a madico safty shield training class and am certified. Solar, deco, and safty film. Thanks all

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 3, 2006
25. 

    2006's gonna suck 1 2 3 4 6

    January 1, 2006 by TintDude

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    I don't know how many of you pay attention to this kinda stuff, so I'll just say...buckle your seat belts, it's going to be a bumpy ride.

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 3, 2006
26. 

    Horn blower! 1 2

    December 17, 2005 by BIG E

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    :inot Click to see Video

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 3, 2006
27. 

    blue towels that johnson window films sells 1 2

    January 2, 2006 by Guest perftint1217

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    anybody know the maker of the blue towels that johnson window films sell?

    

    Last reply by tigerstripe, January 3, 2006
28. 

    nh law

    January 3, 2006 by Guest perftint1217

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    What is the chance fo the N.H. law for doing the front windows being changed?Its not a very tint friendly state.

    

    Last reply by tigerstripe, January 3, 2006
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    Tough windows with rubber edge on inside.

    January 3, 2006 by Guest reject_racing

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    So I'm pretty new at tinting, And today I did a 93 model Ford Ranger Single cab pickup for practice, the kind whos back window is followed all the way around with the thick rubber gasket. On cars like these, how do I keep from getting a small gap around the edges of the window without cutting the gasket? Or do I need to? I'm getting good at normal windows but these windows, such as the quarter windows in the back doors of my isuzu, the tint has to butt right up to the rubber to keep from having a small gap. If the film is too close it will lift and will not adhere properly. The cleanup was something in itself, the glass was scratched and had dirt all the way around the ed…

    

    Last reply by tigerstripe, January 3, 2006
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    WHEN CAR PIRCE = TINT PRICE 1 2

    December 28, 2005 by LEO'n'DARTZ

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    This is old soviet car - LADA, in Europe this car name is LADA Nova....There are also lot of such cars in Jamaica and Latin countries....This car cost in UK now I think close to ZERO.....So, it was tinted and tinted pretty

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 3, 2006
31. 

    GRADATION USING ON

    January 2, 2006 by LEO'n'DARTZ

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    This is other product we make - CURRENCY EXCHANGE RATE DISPLAY. We use TWO TONE Wfilms for it....

    

    Last reply by TINT, January 3, 2006
32. 

    how much for car

    January 2, 2006 by Guest perftint1217

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    anybody out there know what there getting to tint a car in the St.louis area?

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 3, 2006
33. 

    I WANT ONE!!

    January 2, 2006 by Mdog

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    click on SHOWROOM and then VIDEO and watch this bad azz little car the guys face looks like MOUNTAINMANGS dog in his truck http://www.arielatom.com/ariel/site.php

    

    Last reply by TINT, January 3, 2006
34. 

    car seat liability 1 2 3 4

    December 17, 2005 by Guest SIR TINTSALOT

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    I just wondered how others on this site deal with the issue of customers with child seats in the back of the car. After I finish tinting cars that got car seats I always tell the customer that I don't put the car seat back in because I don't want to be liable if their kids seat is not in there right. Just recently I have posted signs in the shop so the customer can see that we do this for their safety and not just to be lazy.

    

    Last reply by TINT, January 3, 2006
35. 

    Ok whats up? 1 2 3 4

    January 2, 2006 by Guest S and S

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    How the hell is everyone! Really missed u guys/gals!!! Shout out to me my old friends!! LOL

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 3, 2006
36. 

    BEARS VS. 49ERS 1 2

    November 13, 2005 by Mdog

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    HOLY CRAP I just saw the half time hilights in that game the wind is blowing like a basssszzznastard on those field goal attempts the ball was damn dear blown completely to the sidelines never seen wind like that in a game before crazy ball starts off straight then WHOOOOOMMM its blown 30 yards sideways like a whiffle ball

    

    Last reply by tigerstripe, January 2, 2006
37. 

    Why Cant I PM 1 2

    December 31, 2005 by FEARON

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    I cant seem to PM people, why is this?

    

    Last reply by FEARON, January 2, 2006
38. 

    Where to learn tinting? 1 2 3 4

    December 16, 2005 by Guest abaum_mn

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    I was wondering if all you out there could help me. What I would like to know is there any place that teaches the art of tinting? I have watched tinting done before. I am a 12 volt car audio installer perfesionally for 6 years. Some of my previous shops have had tinters but would like to do it myself. If you could help me out that would be great. Thanks

    

    Last reply by eric_64chev, January 2, 2006
39. 

    i want to bang bin laden

    December 25, 2005 by TINT

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    his niece of course, what were you guys thinking? Bin Laden girl

    

    Last reply by tigerstripe, January 2, 2006
40. 

    catalog of tinters

    January 2, 2006 by Guest perftint1217

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    what do I need to get on the catalog of tinters tintdude.I hope this year will be better than last.

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 2, 2006