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Old 04-10-2008, 09:45 PM
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Originally Posted by SSROADSTER
Looks great after riding in the sun today and my right thigh getting baked, I may do the same, oh wait I had the window down
But it still sounds like a good idea. What % tint do you recommend????
Mr. Clean saying my car looks great is a real compliment, thanks!

I'll go by the shop that did mine and see what % they used tomorrow and let ya'll know.
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Old 04-10-2008, 10:02 PM
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Originally Posted by chevyguy
Mr. Clean saying my car looks great is a real compliment, thanks!

I'll go by the shop that did mine and see what % they used tomorrow and let ya'll know.
NICE!!!

The black on black looks GREAT!!!


It looks like we had the same idea last week...

I had the side windows on the Surf Wagon tinted as well...
Very pleased with the results...



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Old 04-10-2008, 10:05 PM
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That looks awesome! Nice contrast with the white.
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Old 04-10-2008, 10:18 PM
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Window tint

I just did my front windows. Passenger side turned out fine. Messed up the driver's side more tint on it's way. I like it.
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!!The double black looks killer with black glass!!
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Old 04-11-2008, 04:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Big Kahuna


NICE!!!

The black on black looks GREAT!!!


It looks like we had the same idea last week...

I had the side windows on the Surf Wagon tinted as well...
Very pleased with the results...
This is also another fine looking HHR, I really like the White with the stripe, just makes it stand out....

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Old 04-11-2008, 08:18 PM
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Stock tint on the back windows is about 21%, sunroof is about 20% and front windows are about 70%.

It says right on them :)

I want to get the fronts tinted more tho.
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Old 04-11-2008, 08:23 PM
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The factory tint is 21%,I tinted my 20% for the front,made a big difference in the summer, here in Indiana you will get ticketed for gangster tint(50%)
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Old 04-12-2008, 08:28 AM
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I tint all my windows as soon as I get a new car, too. Of course, darker is always better! But you all need to be careful about following what's legal in your state. Tickets are just a minor thing to worry about. In my state, Missouri, 35% on the fronts is the limit. I've learned the hard way, if you have an accident (whether it's your fault or not), and your window tint is illegal, your insurance company has the right to deny your claim for reasons of vision impairment. This especially applies to tinted headlights and taillights, as well! Just trying to save you a lot of pain and heartache.
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Originally Posted by JP Duke
I tint all my windows as soon as I get a new car, too. Of course, darker is always better! But you all need to be careful about following what's legal in your state. Tickets are just a minor thing to worry about. In my state, Missouri, 35% on the fronts is the limit. I've learned the hard way, if you have an accident (whether it's your fault or not), and your window tint is illegal, your insurance company has the right to deny your claim for reasons of vision impairment. This especially applies to tinted headlights and taillights, as well! Just trying to save you a lot of pain and heartache.
Mine are 35% on the sides (Missouri legal), but with the lighter looking car, especially in sunlight, they seem to look darker.



A tip to those who tint the sides (legal tint)... it's a good idea to keep a receipt with the tint percentage in your glovebox from the shop who did the tinting in case you're ever questioned.
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