Darkimag22
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Advice - is this tinting job acceptable?
Darkimag22 replied to Pbear's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
I've done my share of mobile tinting. It is up to the installer to set expectations BEFORE the job is agreed on. There is no way in hell I'd even consider tinting outside. My last mobile job was a grand new Demon 170 at a local dealership. It was brought into a side showroom, out of the elements, away from customers, opening doors, etc. The final result was no different than in our shop. Back to the OP...that install is extremely poor but without knowing the environment it was in, one can only speculate. -
What did you tint today?
Darkimag22 replied to TintDude's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
Forgot how much of a pain in the ass the rear window is on the Chrysler PT Cruiser. First attempt success with Xpel 15% XR ceramic. Forgot to take some pics after install. -
What did you tint today?
Darkimag22 replied to TintDude's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
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Bad day to be self employed
Darkimag22 replied to Damien's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
Add me to the list. Brand new F150 and did the exact same thing. Never, ever attempted to do it again lol. -
General question on tint quoting/pricing
Darkimag22 replied to nehuge's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
The logic is that you have no idea what is easy and what is difficult when it comes to tinting...if you did, none of us would be having this ridiculous conversation. Just curious...what vehicle EXACTLY are you wanting tinted??? Or is it still a secret??? -
General question on tint quoting/pricing
Darkimag22 replied to nehuge's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
I wouldn't even consider agreeing to tint ANY glass out of any vehicle without knowing what I'm up against. The 80s have many, many not so nice vehicles to work on...even with the glass removed (it can actually make it more difficult in some cases). No different, for example, if I was selling a vehicle but wouldn't list make, model, year and just say it has 4 doors and 4 tires...a vehicle is a vehicle, right? I think you are being a little too paranoid thinking someone is going to rip you off lol. Good luck. -
What did you tint today?
Darkimag22 replied to TintDude's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
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Questions on recent install
Darkimag22 replied to TrojanGoose's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
Take it back, get them to remove it ALL, get a 100% refund and try to find a different "professional" tint business. It's places like this that give us a bad rep! -
What did you tint today?
Darkimag22 replied to TintDude's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
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Window tinting warranty labor payout
Darkimag22 replied to Cooltimes's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
I have had the same experience...17 years of tinting and I haven't once had to send in a claim. Unless it was a large job (flatglass for example) I don't think it's worth the hassle. -
I remove the quarters from the vehicle when there is only a rubber gasket. A bit more work but they are so much easier to deal with.
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What did you tint today?
Darkimag22 replied to TintDude's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
Actually got to work on my personal vehicle for once. 5% over the back, 20% on the fronts, 70% on the windshield and 35% on the pano roof. Also tinted my rear taillights, third brake light as well as the front side headlight markers. -
Is it mandatory to shift film when cutting?
Darkimag22 replied to nojima's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
It is probably easier to go on youtube and watch some videos but I'll try to explain as best as I can. In a nutshell you want to cut one side of the rolldown, shift the film over by 6-8mm on the same side you just cut, cut the other edge and then shift it back to "center" it (same amount of overlap on both vertical edges), roll the window down and then do your final cut along the top edge. As long as there is no light gaps you are good to go. -
Customer providing the tint
Darkimag22 replied to titothedon15's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
I use my own film or nothing. I am the one installing it, I'm the one with my name on it...no way would I use a different film. -
Outside of Windows Scratched After Tint
Darkimag22 replied to FirstTimeCaller's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
I really don't think it was the tinter. If it was from shrinking the top edge of the film prior to install, would there not be a "hard" cutoff line where the squeegee went from the tint onto the glass??? That is a LOT of scratches. -
Bubble bath as slip solution
Darkimag22 replied to SenorMeowMeow's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
This^^^. Air temp and humidity will play havoc on your slip solution if you don't pay attention. -
Tinting a 2nd hand screen issues
Darkimag22 replied to Gav777's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
I call BS. If you zoom into the pics you can clearly see lint/hair. Third times always the charm...:) -
Hell....Stevie Wonder could have done a better install. The owner must have a huge set of balls to have the arrogance to not only half-ass threaten you, but to say there's nothing wrong (I assume you sent him pictures...lots of them I hope). This seems to be a reoccurring theme in this day and age...it's always someone else's fault/pass the blame/excuse after excuse. It's guys like that that are ruining the tint business for everyone else. It does mean more work for the legit businesses at times but seeing pics like this make my blood boil. I wish the OP nothing but good luck. I hope this doesn't cost you any more out of pocket expenses. Fingers crossed.
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To be honest, that's a very weak excuse. Both windows must have accidentally "shifted" during install...really?! Either way it's great to see you had them redo it.
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To be 100% honest...I'm not sure if there is such thing as a "perfect" install. Just think about it for a couple seconds...we are installing a wet, sticky sticker. There is dust hiding everywhere...in the seats, in the headliner, in the air. Good luck. I sure as hell feel bad for the shop you choose to do business with, though.
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Bad ppf and tint job? Help!
Darkimag22 replied to Dak5679's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
It's a brand new car...if there are ANY cut marks it's on the installer 100%. As far as proving it...any reputable shop would fix what they f%cked up (then again any reputable shop would not allow a hack job like this). I would look very closely at all seams and edges as cuts on darker paint will not be hard to see if there are any (which I really hope there isn't). Good luck man. -
Bad ppf and tint job? Help!
Darkimag22 replied to Dak5679's topic in Paint Protection Film, Clear Bra Forum
If this is the work that the owner allows to leave his shop I would be asking (demanding, actually) a refund. I would make sure to be there when the PPF is removed because I would put money of it that there is cut paint in more places than one. Seeing this kind of workmanship makes my blood boil. As far as the tint goes, I would maybe give them one more shot at making it right but I wouldn't have very high expectations. Sorry to be a Debbie downer but I hope there is no damage to the paint and I hope you are able to get this all fixed. The 2nd last pic is the PPF...again, not installed correctly. All the little white specks are dust. Literally looking over your pictures shaking my head. -
Dissapointed customer
Darkimag22 replied to Disappointed customer's topic in Window Tinting - General Discussion
I've used both and to be 100% honest I prefer the "by hand" method. Unless it's a back glass of a car, I can cut a door glass by hand quicker (and more accurately) then it takes to load the film into the cutter, find your vehicle, cut it, weed it, etc. I also do not put a knife onto the glass EVER. A wax pencil is a tinters best friend. To the OP...there's nothing worse than taking your pride and joy to a business and having something like this happen. I feel for you....and hope that they make it right.