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CaptainSpod

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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from Diablo's Tint in Window Tint Gaps   
    If they use a pre-cut pattern then they obviously don't have control over how the edge will turn out unless they were to try and alter it after the fact. Generally if they use pre-cut patterns, they may have difficulty hand-cutting or opt out not to due it for their own reasons. Personally I think you're being too anal about something you normally never see when your window is rolled all the way up. Not enough of an edge gap to be an issue, especially if it's a clean install.
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from Dano in Window Tint Gaps   
    If they use a pre-cut pattern then they obviously don't have control over how the edge will turn out unless they were to try and alter it after the fact. Generally if they use pre-cut patterns, they may have difficulty hand-cutting or opt out not to due it for their own reasons. Personally I think you're being too anal about something you normally never see when your window is rolled all the way up. Not enough of an edge gap to be an issue, especially if it's a clean install.
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from Bham in Window Tint Gaps   
    If they use a pre-cut pattern then they obviously don't have control over how the edge will turn out unless they were to try and alter it after the fact. Generally if they use pre-cut patterns, they may have difficulty hand-cutting or opt out not to due it for their own reasons. Personally I think you're being too anal about something you normally never see when your window is rolled all the way up. Not enough of an edge gap to be an issue, especially if it's a clean install.
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from Cosmo77 in For Florida Peeps   
    We have been using MADICO products since the 80s and never have issues with the film holding up here! We carry a metalized, a dye, and a nano-ceramic and all have the same integrity. Not to mention years down the line the removal of the films is superior compared to others. Unfortunately most of the removals I do are nightmares.. Did one last week that was basically melted to the glass. even though we were scraping it off it took all day. 
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from Dano in Does my tint need to be redone?   
    Definitely going to have to be redone. That isn't going away being its contamination behind the film. Surprises me that the installer didn't notice residue on the glass when cleaning prior to installing. Either wasn't paying enough attention or just slapped it on and sent it not really caring.
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from TNTLady in How to fix this?   
    It definitely will not cure out. That is contamination behind the film that will remain there until you redo it. 
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from TNTLady in How to fix this?   
    A major demon in the trade, the more years you add onto the vehicle the harder the job can be to get a clean install. Especially on an older truck. I found after cleaning the back window to not spray it again with water/solution and just leave it dry, then only spray the film piece and then bring it in that way.
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    CaptainSpod reacted to deadjame5 in How to fix this?   
    Thats not going to cure out lol
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from Roach in Funny Story Time For Ya'll!   
    I forgot to mention that he told me he removed it himself. After he told me it "failed so bad I couldn't see". Apparently I was to tell my film manufacturer that "the client is stupid and he didn't know that was a part of the warranty claim", his words not mine.. 😂
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    CaptainSpod reacted to pbalentine in Windshield tint   
    You can apply film over the Visor strip, but you’re gonna see a line where the film for the windshield over laps the visor. Not horrible looking but won’t look as clean. 
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    CaptainSpod reacted to florida tinter in Tinted a 2016 Range Rover now all windows won't roll down help?   
    lesson learned : don't tint rovers !
    they garbage !
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    CaptainSpod reacted to ericferguson8 in New windshield, time for tint. 50% vs 70%   
    50% is really noticeable with limo over the back windows. I tried 50% with 20% all around and it wasn’t too noticeable. Once I added a layer of 5 over the rears you can’t hide it. I choose 70% for my shield the second time around with limo all around. It adds a touch of darkness but nothing crazy. If you send me an email I’ll send you some pics. 
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from pbalentine in New windshield, time for tint. 50% vs 70%   
    I always put 70% on my windshields only due to the fact I tint the sides and back windows dark, so I have plenty of privacy. Not to mention I still get 18% glare reduction from my 70% which is plenty for me. No reason to go darker for me personally unless you're not trying to be seen for whatever reason, or you legitimately have a medical reason to go darker.
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from smookee408@yahoo.com in Tesla Model Y   
    I have done one a few weeks ago and it was pretty easy! The windshield is going to be normal, not like the Model X so no worries there. Roof glass is large but if you have rolls for the Model 3 you'll be fine!
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from pbalentine in Tesla mode 3 back window size   
    Every Model 3 has the same back window, the Model S is the one with a smaller back window. I personally upcharge that back window due to the size and time
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    CaptainSpod reacted to vanhorn1 in Custom Neon Clocks   
    Another service we offer besides tinting and wraps is making custom neon clocks. Anyone looking for a cool piece for their shop or showroom or maybe even a nice gift for someone. Here is a sample of one I did for a fellow tint shop. Checkout the website or contact me for details.
    https://vanhorncustomclocks.com/

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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from TNTLady in Did I get ripped off?   
    Like DynamicATL said, you will never get the same match on tint as your factory. That's the major problem for consumers when wanting to match the rear portion, it never looks 100% like the factory tinted glass does.
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from DynamicATL in Did I get ripped off?   
    Like DynamicATL said, you will never get the same match on tint as your factory. That's the major problem for consumers when wanting to match the rear portion, it never looks 100% like the factory tinted glass does.
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    CaptainSpod reacted to jconnors in Did I get ripped off?   
    agreed
     
     
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    CaptainSpod reacted to DynamicATL in Did I get ripped off?   
    IMO, I would remove the tint and keep it stock.  Why?  Your stock rear windows is colored glass...so you will not find any film that will perfectly match.  It will look closer from the outside looking in, but the inside looking will be completely off.  So the expectation it will perfectly match will not happen.  Not too mention, 3M Crystalline is probably the worst film to attempt to match due to it's unique appearance.  As far as the color hue, 3M Crystalline is brownish in the 20/40 shades, bluish in the 50/60/70 shades, and pretty much clear in 90.  The shop definitely seems like they made some mistakes especially if they put Rayno film on when you paid for Crystalline.  So you will probably be better off trying a different shop that have standard dyed films which are a closer match...Llumar, FormulaOne, Global, XPEL, etc.  However, I honestly feel you will not be happy with any tint based on your post above.
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from TintDude in To all shop callers! How would you handle this situation?   
    I personally have seen MANY new vehicles come from the dealer with flaws, and these are vehicles without even a few hundred miles on them. Unfortunately most consumers don't start to notice imperfections until after they have had some type of after market work done to it, in our case being window tinting.
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from CaliTINT in To all shop callers! How would you handle this situation?   
    I personally have seen MANY new vehicles come from the dealer with flaws, and these are vehicles without even a few hundred miles on them. Unfortunately most consumers don't start to notice imperfections until after they have had some type of after market work done to it, in our case being window tinting.
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from Tint Slayer in To all shop callers! How would you handle this situation?   
    I personally have seen MANY new vehicles come from the dealer with flaws, and these are vehicles without even a few hundred miles on them. Unfortunately most consumers don't start to notice imperfections until after they have had some type of after market work done to it, in our case being window tinting.
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from smookee408@yahoo.com in To all shop callers! How would you handle this situation?   
    I personally have seen MANY new vehicles come from the dealer with flaws, and these are vehicles without even a few hundred miles on them. Unfortunately most consumers don't start to notice imperfections until after they have had some type of after market work done to it, in our case being window tinting.
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    CaptainSpod got a reaction from pbalentine in White specs BG. Help!   
    More than likely it's some contamination that is occurring due to dirt or even some carpet fibers, depending on the vehicle. Always be careful when squeeging the bottom portion of the back window, cause if you drag your tool incorrectly and have your tool dragging along the carpet, you could be causing little particles to resurface in the air and back onto the glass. Never hurts to clean twice!
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