FehrTintGuy

Just got a 72" filmhandler.   Looking for ideas of how to set up in shop.  Thanks 

Thanks guys.  I went with the 72". 

Ok so if it will essentially hold any size roll, what size handler would you guys suggest getting.  I'd be using it for Automotive most but would take it with me to my FG jobs.  Is bigger better in the 72" or does a 60" suffice for the most part.  

My thinking is even most FG jobs a 60" should be fine, and a 72" could be too big and bulky to get around? 

2020 Srt8 Jeep. 

Vortex IR 45 on windshield 15 on sides. 

Looking to purchase a filmhandler. 

If I buy a 72" filmhandler, are they adjustable to hold a 36", 48"and 60" rolls? Or does it hold 72" rolls only? 

Hey fellow tinters, I've got 5 years auto tint under my belt and have starter taking on flat glass jobs as well.  I'm wondering what your thoughts are on sealant removal? The windows are all new but the edges are all finished with calking/sealant. So there isn't really a fine finish I  can cut my edges with.  Would you cut out the seals, install the tint and then come back and redo the calking to cover any light gaps? 

I used Vortex IR 5% on customer 51 chevy.  Glass was flat enough not to shrink.  Film felt think and worked well.  Customer was happy.  

1 hour ago, CaliTINT said:

I use Global and my favorite is their Charcoal Premium. I use it as my mid grade film and it is my best seller

What are you paying for 20" and 40" rolls?  Just so I can compare price to solargard

Sry for late reply.   To answer some questions I too load so no I dont remove seals on most cars.  I'm not familiar how to remove most seals and don't want to be removing door panels so I just top load cause that's the only way I know how.  Thing is though I haven't had as many ppl come back as this year but I'm not doing anything differently.   If anything I try to get bottom seals cleaner than I used to.   Just trying a few things to see if I still get peeling windows after I try different tint.    Also I've been having quality issues with solargard for a while.  

I find little cuts in the tint sometimes, scuffs and sometimes bugs and what not. Also sometimes it feels like they send a completely different tint that curls opposite way of what I'm used to and just rediculasly static.   Not happy

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Hey guys, I started tinting back in 2015 and when I started I decided to go with solargard NR Charcoal only because a well know shop from a town over used it and I figured it would be a good film to use.  Well long story short I've noticed a decline in quality in the film and after a brutal winter here north of the border I find myself replacing more windows than I'd like cause the start peeling.  I'm assuming adhesive failure..

I've done some research and alot of ppl recommend Global.    What line of tint is the most common that installers like from Global?  Also anyone here have a contact number for a supplier in Ontario? 

Hi, i have a Audi A4 coming in shortly and was just wondering if theres anything i need to be careful for or any tricks that might help with it.  Havent done a Audi in a while

20% all around on this 17 stingray! 

Hey guys, I do all the work for my locale Gm dealer. Just curious what everyone does or things is easiest to do the rear hatch? Ive been taking back aprt to separate the spoiler from the car. Something easiest out there? I do the same thing for focus hatchbacks as well usually. Thanks

Did a 2014 focus hatchback today. Pretty simple install for the roll ups. Rear window I removed the spoiler to lay the tint down for shrinking. Remove the centre trim piece, 3 bolts to undue. 2 more screws on each side and it slides right out. Quick and simple install.