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ITS AMAZING WHAT $75.00 CAN DO. WINDOW TINT REALLY CHANGES THE WAY A CAR LOOKS. I WAS MORE THAN HAPPY WITH THE WAY IT TURNED OUT!

:( Makes me want my windows tinted and unfortunately Michigan has a stupid law about Window tint. I was actually pulled over in my Crossfire just after moving back from Indiana just for my window tint. :thumb: for you!

what % did you get, looks great!

Looks really nice!:thumb:
Did you just do the front windows or all of them?

:( Makes me want my windows tinted and unfortunately Michigan has a stupid law about Window tint. I was actually pulled over in my Crossfire just after moving back from Indiana just for my window tint. :thumb: for you!

Florida a law covering the tints on the front widows as well. My sister and a friend both recieved citations for the front windows being to dark. It's a secondary offense, so as long as I don't get stopped for anything else, I won't have a problem.

In Michigan, You are allowed a 4 in strip from the top for the front side windows. Talk about dorky looking. You can be given a ticket and up to 30 days in jail! According to them there is a direct correlation between window tint and drug dealers. I just thought to myself that there sure are alot of drug dealers in Indiana then. :roll: :roll:

Look Look A Teal HHR The New color Welcome:welcome: :hhr: :yourock:

Reed, check the following thread....

golden teal HHR (http://chevyhhr.net/forums/showthread.php?t=6593)

I just paid $100 for a tint ticket. Missouri law say 35% on the fronts, their meter said mine was 14%.

But yeah, it looks great on your teal.

I got mine tinted and the owner told me he would not do anything darker than
what the state law calls for. In Florida it is 28%. He checked mine afterwards
and got a reading of 29%. Black Arrow looks so cool now. Looks like a
hearse. LOL

my front windows are 35%. virginia laws are 50, but oh well

my front windows are 35%. virginia laws are 50, but oh well

Moving to Virginia! :nuts:

Indiana is 35% for front side windows. and a 4 in. strip allowed on the windshield. Oh how I miss this. Now the sun kills my eyes and that with wearing sunglasses.

Jersey sucks. Quote off of website:

Windshield - No tint is allowed on the windshield.
Front Side - Windows No tint can be applied legally to this window.
Back Side - Windows Any darkness can be used.
Rear Window - Any darkness can be used.

I love the Look BUT
Please let us know how clear can you see thru the Windows when your looking at your side Mirrors at Night. (Safety Issue)

I love the Look BUT
Please let us know how clear can you see thru the Windows when your looking at your side Mirrors at Night. (Safety Issue)

You can see just fine. The law is for the safety of an approaching officer!!!

My brother had his windows tinted on his Pick Up, but he lost 50% of his Visablity when he Looked out his side mirrors.

(Thats the Safety Issue that I am talking about)

I had my side windows tinted at 35% and seeing my side mirrors at night was not a problem. I have had every vehicle I've owned like this until I moved back to Michigan. It would be no different then seeing headlights through your rearview mirror and the rear window is tinted darker than 35%.

Looks awsome. Great color HHR

I had my side windows tinted at 35% and seeing my side mirrors at night was not a problem. I have had every vehicle I've owned like this until I moved back to Michigan. It would be no different then seeing headlights through your rearview mirror and the rear window is tinted darker than 35%.

Okay the % must of been much darker on his truck then yours.

The smaller the percent the darker the window. 35% is pretty dark but still good. The back windows and rear may be 20% but not for absolute sure.

I love the Look BUT
Please let us know how clear can you see thru the Windows when your looking at your side Mirrors at Night. (Safety Issue)

You could have 5% limo tint on and still be able to see out your windows fine. It all depends on what the person feels comfortable with. Your brother probably just didn't feel comfortable with his tint. You don't loose any visibility but of course everything is darker. Sit in your back seat and look out the window. Do you loose any visibility?

I want a 1% tint on all of my windows!

I want limo on my windows, my dads honda has Limo in the rear and 20% on the fronts.

I want limo on my windows, my dads honda has Limo in the rear and 20% on the fronts.

I don't think they will put it on for you. They now have to put a sticker on the drivers door that says the tint meets Florida tint laws. Lowest they can go is 28%.
The state is getting really tight on the tint laws in Central Florida.
But hey you are just a kid and do as you want anyway.:D :confused:

Alan

I don't think they will put it on for you. They now have to put a sticker on the drivers door that says the tint meets Florida tint laws. Lowest they can go is 28%.
The state is getting really tight on the tint laws in Central Florida.
But hey you are just a kid and do as you want anyway.:D :confused:

Alan

What sticker? Had my windows done last fall,tint to match the rear and a 5% ceramic tint over the entire windshield (completley illeagle practice), just didn't recieve a receipt.

If you are fair skinned or have problems with the sun like me :D . You can get a doctor’s note to have your windows tented as dark as you want them :cool: .

The person that did my windows said he had to put a sticker on the door to show that the tint met the state laws on tint darkness. The state is going to start clamping down on the tint on cars. Safety reasons and crime issues.
Police can not see in the cars at night or daytime and are getting shot. We had a 17 year old that did that to a cop and got away for about 3 hours. His buddy that was in the car turned him in cause he did not want anything yo do with shooting a cop.

If you are fair skinned or have problems with the sun like me :D . You can get a doctor’s note to have your windows tented as dark as you want them :cool: .
Maybe in Arkansas but not in Florida. Here it's 28% The tint now has a built in sun block for UV and thats what effects people about the Sun. You had better check your state laws and not go by what people tell you. because most don't know what they are talking about.


Alan

What sticker? Had my windows done last fall,tint to match the rear and a 5% ceramic tint over the entire windshield (completley illeagle practice), just didn't recieve a receipt.

Exactly what I mean no one cares what is the right thing to do. Thats why we have some really stupid laws on the books to protect us from ourselves.

And I guess you did not care or check into the tint laws in Florida as you were going to do it regardless as that is what you wanted.

Alan

Maybe in Arkansas but not in Florida.
Alan


Not really trying to get into another debate, you are WRONG!!

Medical exemptions are allowed in the state of Florida!! If there is one thing I learned from the great debate with Snoopy it is do my research first!

Florida State Medical Exeption to Tint Law (http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&Search_String=&URL=Ch0316/SEC29545.HTM&Title=-%3E2006-%3ECh0316-%3ESection%2029545#0316.29545)

BTW.....I was aware of the tint laws here in Fl. and I would challenge anyone to tell me that there is actually tint on the entire windshield, without prior knowledge of it, or to be able to tell by eye a difference of 8%.

Here is a site that has all the states with tint laws.
http://www.tintcenter.com/laws

Alan

Not really trying to get into another debate, you are WRONG!!

Medical exemptions are allowed in the state of Florida!! If there is one thing I learned from the great debate with Snoopy it is do my research first!

Florida State Medical Exeption to Tint Law (http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&Search_String=&URL=Ch0316/SEC29545.HTM&Title=-%3E2006-%3ECh0316-%3ESection%2029545#0316.29545)

BTW.....I was aware of the tint laws here in Fl. and I would challenge anyone to tell me that there is actually tint on the entire windshield, without prior knowledge of it, or to be able to tell by eye a difference of 8%.

That exemption does not say you can go darker that 28%. The only thing you can do is tint the windshield and the other windows on a certain vehicle.

Alan

Here is a site that has all the states with tint laws.
http://www.tintcenter.com/laws

Alan
And I'm sure that they all have medical exemptions too.

That exemption does not say you can go darker that 28%. The only thing you can do is tint the windshield and the other windows on a certain vehicle.

Alan

Straight out of the first exeption rule...........

which certificates shall entitle the person to whom the certificate is issued to have sunscreening material on the windshield, side windows, and windows behind the driver which is in violation

Exemption 2 refers to "special vehicles".

And I'm sure that they all have medical exemptions too.

Nope California has no medical exemption law. I have not checked the other states. If you check the Florida law you will see the requirement for the sticker on the door jam.

Alan

Here is a site that has all the states with tint laws.
http://www.tintcenter.com/laws

Alan




While that may be a good conservative guide, it's not 100% correct. Tint laws (in PA anyway) may be more vague than that. For some interesting reading on PA's tint "regulations" check this out.




http://www.berksweb.com/users/dmv/tint/




P.S. Sorry for the hijack, nice car, the tint makes the teal pop!

I think that some of you are getting a little self-righteous here. Yeah the law in FL says 28%. Yeah it is illegal to go darker. The reasons for the law are weak. Perhaps blinds and curtains on houses should be banned just in case a law enforcement officer wants to approach? I am in Central Florida, have 20% all around (including the windshield strip that descends below the "AS1" line). I am a respnonsible adult that hasn't been pulled over in more than 11 years, recognizes the difference between the "law" and "right", and accepts the risk and potential consequences of my choice to ignore this silly law. It is one thing to advise others about what is legal but it crosses a line when you start attacking their choices. Live and let live.

:welcome: to the forum.Great color you have there.The tint really sets it off.May you have many miles and smiles.:smile:

I think that some of you are getting a little self-righteous here. Yeah the law in FL says 28%. Yeah it is illegal to go darker. The reasons for the law are weak. Perhaps blinds and curtains on houses should be banned just in case a law enforcement officer wants to approach? I am in Central Florida, have 20% all around (including the windshield strip that descends below the "AS1" line). I am a respnonsible adult that hasn't been pulled over in more than 11 years, recognizes the difference between the "law" and "right", and accepts the risk and potential consequences of my choice to ignore this silly law. It is one thing to advise others about what is legal but it crosses a line when you start attacking their choices. Live and let live.

:lol: :lol: No comment!

I am still going to do limo, thats the frist time I have heard of a sticker on the drivers side window..

I was looking at the glass on my 07 and each factory tinted window has 20% right there along with all of the other info about the glass.

I am going to tint the fronts 20% to match. Kansas law says 35% max on the fronts but I don't really care. I was told just roll both windows down all the way if an officer pulls you over.

I was looking at the glass on my 07 and each factory tinted window has 20% right there along with all of the other info about the glass.

I am going to tint the fronts 20% to match. Kansas law says 35% max on the fronts but I don't really care. I was told just roll both windows down all the way if an officer pulls you over.
God luck with that!!

I tried it, tinted mine same as you're planning. officer had me roll the window up to slip the meter over.

Short story: tint still on, $100 fine! The PITA part was that it was an appearance ticket, I had to show up in court. I couldn't just pay the fine. Looks to good to take off the tint. Meter said my fronts were 14%

I think the fronts do have a slight tint on them so if you put 20% on I can understand the reading being lower. I still think its a stupid law. Yeah so you can see me. What about the 2 guys in the back holding the shotguns :D :lol:

I just checked the previously mentioned site regarding state tint laws and I guess the factory tint on the back windows is illegal too. can't have more than 35% on those either. I guess it is a good thing officers around here don't check

yeah its mine...lol

Tinting front windows in Delaware is illegal, period. No matter the percentage. Most states will allow tint as long as you can read your driver's license thru it.

I ride with my windows down most of the time anyway.

Well, now I've heard so many "definite" opinions that I am completely confused and wouldn't touch tinting mine until I really researched the California laws...but I am blonde and very fair-skinned and wow, I could milk that one!!!

I ride with my windows down most of the time anyway.

yeah man, you gotta make sure everyone sees who's ridin on 26's with the drag slicks:p: :lol:

i like to ride with the windows rolled up tight, metal cranked loud in an attempt to beat myself into submission:bow:

This might be a dumb question but:

Will illegal window tint void the HHR's warranty? And what effect does illegal tint have on insurance?

I was looking at the glass on my 07 and each factory tinted window has 20% right there along with all of the other info about the glass.
My 06 has the same info.

I am going to tint the fronts 20% to match. Kansas law says 35% max on the fronts but I don't really care. .....
Me either. :thumb:

This might be a dumb question but:

Will illegal window tint void the HHR's warranty? And what effect does illegal tint have on insurance?

No and none that I know of. Just more likely to get pulled over and given a ticket is all that you risk :thumb:

This might be a dumb question but:

Will illegal window tint void the HHR's warranty? And what effect does illegal tint have on insurance?
It probably won`t void your warranty, but as you get tickets, you insurance will rise.
Most people I see with additional tint, tend to have dents in the side if the car, visibility/perception is reduced, hench, damaged side from bumping walls/posts/other cars, but they look good (although you can`t see them:D ).

Also the stock tint to the glass is a "smoke" to the glass and does not offer the same UV protection as aftermarket window tinting. I added 35% tints OVER the factory smoke glass and the difference in the AZ sun was astounding. MUCH cooler! Visibility with the 35% over stock isn't too bad either. Enough of a difference front to back to not get pulled over for tint and not "too" dark in the rear for nighttime vision.

Front windows can't be tinted here in NH either...:roll:



Goose

Kansas is 35% on front doors and any % on back windows. Also any % can be used up to 4" on top of windshield. Gotta love it.

Missouri laws state 35% on the front also. I opted for 20% and the tint shop did it, but gave me no receipt or no guarantee. However, they have been in business for many, many years and I've had other cars at their shop for tint so I had no problem with not getting a guarantee on it. :thumb:

It probably won`t void your warranty, but as you get tickets, you insurance will rise.
Most people I see with additional tint, tend to have dents in the side if the car, visibility/perception is reduced, hench, damaged side from bumping walls/posts/other cars, but they look good (although you can`t see them:D ).


BB...

If you are speaking of "tickets" for the tint violation, I don't believe insurance companies raise rates for equipment violations. In most states they are considered "non-moving" violations.

But, improper/illegal tint good provide a basis for other moving violation tickets.:D

Could be wrong, but that is my recollection from years ago.

:cool: I've always had my windows tinted, to whatever Arizona Laws allow, starting with my new 1980 Civic. The only time we were stopped was back in '81/'82 by the Highway Patrol on our way home from California. We were only a couple of miles from the Arizona border when this A**hole stopped us and gave me a ticket for the tinted front windows! :roll: At that time I didn't even know anything about California tint laws and I was rather pissed for something so trivial. I also wanted to mention that I've never bumped into any walls, posts, or other cars because the windows are tinted!!?? Must be something else going on there. :confused:

Looks good. :thumb:

That was one of my first thing to do. I add 20% all around (except windshield). I've done it to all my vehicle. Never had an issue in any state I've lived.

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That's a good one Hillsdale!! :laughabov :laughabov

I can see why the police are paranoid! But like you said the ones in the back could have the weapons.

I am going to have mine tinted this week I think.
Our laws in Wisconsin are 35% rear and rear side windows, 50% front side.

I'm a little late on jumping into this discussion but I under really don't understand the big deal about window tinting laws. These laws have been established for reasons and those reasons are primarily safety ones.

I can understand the need for a UV protectant in the case of sensitivity for eyes or skin but UV protectants can be applied which are clear.

The most important thing when driving a vehicle is the ability to see what is happening around you. Anything that can impact your visibility beyond a certain point can make for a dangerous situation. I understand the concern police officers have with respect to approaching vehicles and the neccesity to see the occupants, I feel uncomfortable pulling up beside vehicles at certain times in certain areas which have deep window tint and I'm just minding my own business.

Pedestrian safety is also affected with window tint around the driver. I always like to make sure that the drivers can see me before I cross a street and that usually means making eye contact. If you can't make eye contact safety deminishes.

These laws are pretty simple to follow and they really don't hurt anyone. If you think they infringe upon your rights as a person, tough! Get over it.

If you don't want to be seen, don't go outside. If you don't want people to see what you have in your vehicle conceal it or leave it at home.

Up until moving back to Michigan I've always tinted my front windows 35%. This in no way affects your visibility and you can still see in. I was told by a Michigan State Trooper there is a direct correlation with tinted windows and drug dealers :confused: :roll:

Laws in Ontario, Canada for tint are max. 35% on front side windows. If anyone needs to know...:canada:

http://www.tintlaws.com/ has a nice chart breaking down every state, as well as links explaining the laws in those states. Tinting the front windows in forbidden in NJ :(

Were not allowed any tint on the Front Window's in IL. However i have 35% on the Front. Never had a issue. I just use the same % that i've use on my past 3 Vehicle's.