is tinting your o wn car worth it?

[jbling]

i was wondering if there is anyone out there who can tell me if doing a tint job on your own is worth it, or should i get it done professionally?

[blkZ28Conv]

Originally posted by jbling
i was wondering if there is anyone out there who can tell me if doing a tint job on your own is worth it, or should i get it done professionally?

This is a professional modification. Most window patterns are computer cut at a good tint shop. Look for one that has this equipment. Professional window tinting is not very expensive.

[MarylandVW]

and they look great. I had my tint done by a professional shop, and I am glad that I took the time (and money) to get it done right. When they put the tint on, they measured out large sheets of the material over the windows (on the outside).

From there, they would heat it up, so that they could manipulate it to fit into the corners. When they have it the way they like, they then peel off the backing, and put it on the inside.

My only caution about tinting. Find a reputable shop. I had a few scratches on the tint when it was applied, and I wanted it fixed. Even though I paid for the extra warranty, they still did not fix it to my satisfaction (granted it was a Rt 40 shop, which explains a lot . . . whole other post, so I will spare you the bla bla bla).

I contacted the manufacturer of the tint, and they are replacing it for free. The big thing is to make sure that you get a good tint (SunGard, 3M, etc.). The better tints don't fade, and won't crack. The other advantage to having your tint put on professionally, is that you won't have those nasty bubbles.

I hope that this helps. If you have other questions, feel free to drop me a PM. I just got my windows tinted a month ago, so I am up to speed with the in's and out's of tinting.

Best regards.

[laynlow]

Tinting windows is not a difficult task, but you MUST know the technique and tricks to do it properly. If you don't, the result will be a frustrated owner and a poor looking window. Tinting is one of those trades that really must be taught from one person to another.

If you have no experience with tint film, and how to cut and apply it then I would suggest a professional installation.

[Redcar GUY]

I have tinted a few cars, I would never try to tint some cars though, I mena look at the back window of a vette or a camaro

[laynlow]

Originally posted by Redcar GUY
I have tinted a few cars, I would never try to tint some cars though, I mena look at the back window of a vette or a camaro

Those are tough. Some vette's are 3 piece jobs.

[98altySE]

johnson tint is good also..my advice if you go to a tint shop..lok at the back window..if you see lines in the tint..GO SOMEWHERE ELSE..mine tok two sheets and my tint seam was hidden behind a defroster line...i paid 125 for my rear window...both back doors, including the little window thing..and both front door windows

[98altySE]

supplies:
new razorblades-pressurised pesticide sprayer(home depot or walmart)- a quality 4" squeege- a rubber pastery cuter- liquid dish soap- water- heat gun (or hair dryer)- a quality tint- patience
directions:
start by thouroughly cleaning all windows..inside and out-close tightly all windows-spray soapy solution on outside of selected window-find clear film side of tint and line up sheet of tint clear side out to window and cut a larger square then you will need-cut basic pattern making sure to leave 2 inches hanging down past the door panel-with tint stuck to window..lower window 3 inches- place tint to top of window- using window as a guide..slice tint to match curve- be especially careful with the corners as you will have to eyeball it- after pattern iscomplete..spray theinside of window well- peel about 3 inches of clear film down and start putting it in place- spray the underside of tint while pulling gently...dont want a crinkle-once you get half way down spray the tin well- use the squeege and push out any bubbles..use a soapy pastery cutter for those stubborn bubbles- roll up window only after making sure there is a good seal.- roll up window and continue to spray underside and peel- continue squeeging- once you get down to the bottom..use your soapy finger to guide the tint past the inside door panel.- continue for all windows- when you reach th back window cut on the outside of window clear film side out..use the heat gun after cut to mold to window curve- same process as before-if two sheets are needed. cut one overlaping the other by 1.5 inches- when you get buth on cut one line closely to a rear defroster line and wha-la your windows are tinted

[Meguiar]

in our area, the professional tint installation will cost more than 600 Dollars for the average car size. They will do all the car except the front windshield. The famous are zbeart and V-cool.

Saudi Arabia is very very hot. Before, tinting windows was prohibited, but now it is allowed only for the rear door windows and light back window tinting, the front half of the car is not allowed.