Car Window Tinting

[fredob43]

As I have said I have reflective even in bright hot sun put your hand on the inside of the glass and it's cool so why do you need 40/60% tint.

Ar you sure you're in the same country as us? LOL!

I've done side by side comparisons (same model car, same sun exposure, different tint) and the difference is night and day -there's just no if''s or but's about it.

I'm in England aren't we all !!!!!

As I said my W/Screen does not have any tint and that to the feel is hot, the side one's are cool. Reflective are not tint's, and they do what it say's reflect. But the main thing is I can see 24/7 rain or shine.

[transam]

I can tell you guys; You won't believe how your night vision gets reduced between 40 and 50 before you experience it. You reach 40 and notice no difference, then at 50 you get disappointed with your own body

Sounds like something to look forward to - thanks Mikey!

Good thing I don't keep cars very long - so I guess I'll just reduce tint levels over the next 12 years - 10% per car and I'll be tint-free (but well cooked) by the time I'm 50

Either that or I find a way to make even brighter headlamps

BUT, brighter head lamps point ahead, do not help with side vision when pulling out of a side road.

My projectors have a 160 degree spread

Good try, but you need more than 160 degree too see stuff from your right or left what ever age you are.

[MoonRiverOasis]

Good try, but you need more than 160 degree too see stuff from your right or left what ever age you are.

Sorry I though you meant while on the move. If pulling out of a side street at night, it's all too easy, due the fact that that vehicles you need to see have things called headlamps - and if they dont' you're probably screwed no matter what your tint %

[funcat]

Good try, but you need more than 160 degree too see stuff from your right or left what ever age you are.

Sorry I though you meant while on the move. If pulling out of a side street at night, it's all too easy, due the fact that that vehicles you need to see have things called headlamps - and if they dont' you're probably screwed no matter what your tint %

...looks like you're working overtime tonight....good(!) I always enjoy your posts...and the others as well... thanks!!

...and about the tinting...as long as we don't have those "trans-whatever" methods(and widely available) of tinting the glass,we will be stuck with the dilemma either to tint it (for day use)...or not to tint it (for the night)

[WarpSpeed]

I can tell you guys; You won't believe how your night vision gets reduced between 40 and 50 before you experience it. You reach 40 and notice no difference, then at 50 you get disappointed with your own body

Sounds like something to look forward to - thanks Mikey!

Good thing I don't keep cars very long - so I guess I'll just reduce tint levels over the next 12 years - 10% per car and I'll be tint-free (but well cooked) by the time I'm 50

Either that or I find a way to make even brighter headlamps

BUT, brighter head lamps point ahead, do not help with side vision when pulling out of a side road.

[WarpSpeed]

One thing that got on my nerves at first though was that it had the brand stamped everywhere on it (middle of windshield etc).

A simple request to remove it would have taken care of that problem it comes off really easy but they leave it as the Thai's are all about brand names.

[WarpSpeed]

Good try, but you need more than 160 degree too see stuff from your right or left what ever age you are.

Sorry I though you meant while on the move. If pulling out of a side street at night, it's all too easy, due the fact that that vehicles you need to see have things called headlamps - and if they dont' you're probably screwed no matter what your tint %

Sorry MRO you're losing it this time, TiT where so many motocys and cars either don't have them or just plain don't turn them on is a major concern to visibility. I won't be screwed with my tint that's already been proven time and again here, more times then I can count, you've just been lucky and we all now about the odds of the casino when one is gambling, eventually you're luck runs out and the house wins :jap: and you lose big time..

[wandrinstar]

Not very Scientific i know , but i recon if i put Er in Doors Ride thats like a bloody Ambulance next to mine , in the blazing Sun all day, hers would stay cooler longer, but by Mid Day they would be the same. I wonder what excuses the Posers use in Cold Climates to justify tints..Their Headlamps are too Bright.

[MoonRiverOasis]

Good try, but you need more than 160 degree too see stuff from your right or left what ever age you are.

Sorry I though you meant while on the move. If pulling out of a side street at night, it's all too easy, due the fact that that vehicles you need to see have things called headlamps - and if they dont' you're probably screwed no matter what your tint %

Sorry MRO you're losing it this time, TiT where so many motocys and cars either don't have them or just plain don't turn them on is a major concern to visibility. I won't be screwed with my tint that's already been proven time and again here, more times then I can count, you've just been lucky and we all now about the odds of the casino when one is gambling, eventually you're luck runs out and the house wins :jap: and you lose big time..

Didn't realize it was a competition Warps

In any case I did say "you're probably screwed", in reply to TA. i.e. That was intended to mean "you are screwed TA, not me" - as I can still see just fine at night

[Spoonman]

I have 60% on the windscreen and 80% on all others. forward vision at night with stock headlights is fine, only one minor annoyance is that at night I need to wind down the front door glasses to use the mirrors whilst reversing.

[JimShortz]

Past five years I have noticed the hotshots in fancy cars prefere clear film. Still reflects heat and UV, but they can bee seen in their silly priced cars.

I prefere to not be seen and ad to that random number plates, no lucky number

Anyone have experience with clear film?

The film I have is not "clear" but it certainly is very light and you can see into the car relatively easily - I see no reason to hide if I don't drive like an lunatic! My film is Lamina 40%, with a light green tint, all around. The car is still very light inside BUT it is not hot. It cuts out 40% of UV but not of all light it seems.

I hear lots of people saying you shouldn't put 40% on the windscreen but I find that 40% with this particular almost clear film is great. I still wear sunglasses if driving into the sun in the day but find that at night I can see out of ALL windows very well indeed. I personally wouldn't want 60% on the back and sides, especially not this dark film that many people use, as I want to see in all directions! Call me crazy...

I am awaiting all of the people saying that I shouldn't put 40% on the windscreen; but I think it is not just the % that matters, but the actual type of film. My advice is to go for a more clear film. I actually really like my slightly greenish tint. Good luck!

[Spoonman]

If anyone is concerned of road rage stepping up to the next level or someone smashing a window to steal your ipod you can get safety films here as well.

http://www.llumar.co...AutoSafety.aspx

Edited December 15, 2011 by Spoonman

[wandrinstar]

Never tried Ipod , Ive had a slab of Leo nicked once.

[transam]

Good try, but you need more than 160 degree too see stuff from your right or left what ever age you are.

Sorry I though you meant while on the move. If pulling out of a side street at night, it's all too easy, due the fact that that vehicles you need to see have things called headlamps - and if they dont' you're probably screwed no matter what your tint %

Sorry MRO you're losing it this time, TiT where so many motocys and cars either don't have them or just plain don't turn them on is a major concern to visibility. I won't be screwed with my tint that's already been proven time and again here, more times then I can count, you've just been lucky and we all now about the odds of the casino when one is gambling, eventually you're luck runs out and the house wins :jap: and you lose big time..

Didn't realize it was a competition Warps

In any case I did say "you're probably screwed", in reply to TA. i.e. That was intended to mean "you are screwed TA, not me" - as I can still see just fine at night

Think l have 60% on the sides, nothing on the front except above eye level, where l am there are many badly lit areas and many shit heads riding around with no lights so many times l have to open the windows to see perfectly to pull out of side streets. Of course an underlying factor is as one gets older your eyes are not as good, or should l say your eyes and what is sent to your grey cells via your eyes is not as good and you won't know that until you are older .

[WarpSpeed]

I have 60% on the windscreen and 80% on all others. forward vision at night with stock headlights is fine, only one minor annoyance is that at night I need to wind down the front door glasses to use the mirrors whilst reversing.

Yeah blind people don't feel they have any disadvantage over sighted people either but we all know the real truth....... At least the thinking people do ...

Here's a trick if you think you can see just as well.

Take your video camera and try taking a video from inside your car while rolling without rolling down the windows.

Then take one in someone else's car who has a good tint but only 40% sides and nothing front and see how the difference of the clarity of the video comes out.

Though it's mechanical the autofocus lens in the camera acts very much like your eye does and focuses heavily on the object closest to it which in this case is the tint.

So you can make all the denials you want it's not just a river in Egypt..

Sorry this concept is soooo difficult for supposedly thinking people to understand but maybe this simple example will help out a bit .. Or maybe not .............

JFYI it's not just about getting older either that's just a point of argument ..

Edited December 16, 2011 by WarpSpeed

[wandrinstar]

My Windscreen is clear , but ive just noticed, if i lower the Drivers Window there is a slight hint of Blue. Only taken me15 Months to notice . By the way, the Mini Cooper i rented weeks was undriveable at night. One would think renters would have Re Chipped their Brains by now , and banned the Muck.

[Spoonman]

I have 60% on the windscreen and 80% on all others. forward vision at night with stock headlights is fine, only one minor annoyance is that at night I need to wind down the front door glasses to use the mirrors whilst reversing.

Yeah blind people don't feel they have any disadvantage over sighted people either but we all know the real truth....... At least the thinking people do ...

blah blah blah blah.

At our annual health checks a few weeks back my eyes tested a perfect 6/6.

[wandrinstar]

Doesnt matter if you have perfect vision, you still cant see with a Bag on Yer Head. As the tint darkens vision is impaired. Its all nonsence , dont you have Air that Works , its cold in a few seconds , so the heat arguments <deleted>. Just admit its Looks justified by waffle..

[Spoonman]

Doesnt matter if you have perfect vision, you still cant see with a Bag on Yer Head. As the tint darkens vision is impaired. Its all nonsence , dont you have Air that Works , its cold in a few seconds , so the heat arguments <deleted>. Just admit its Looks justified by waffle..

I do have AC yes, however as a smoker I prefer to drive with the windows open, beside which Iam not afraid to hide my face unlike some with heavily tinted glasses.

[transam]

My local motor shop fits Hi-Kool from the USA, the ad over the shop says 99% UV protection and a 7 year warranty .

[richard_smith237]

On My last 3 cars I have 30% all round. I would like it slightly darker in the day time, but not at night. I couldn't stand any darker than 30% at night time.

I have not once suspected that my vision has been impaired by 30% film while driving at night. When I do open the windows at night the difference is negligible, but more obvious in the day time.

[wandrinstar]

Thing is with you Brain Dead Tint Fans, you have never driven a New Car with no Tints. Try it , just 2 Pairs of Shades. Young and Old find it refreshing . Your Pussy Whipped most of you, you buy the Ride she wants, a Tuna is favourite , that makes her the Village Queen ,then she picks the darkest tint , then OLD ATM cant see where hes going , but dare not rip it off. If you have not fallen for it , your 1in a 100..

[aussiebebe]

Thing is with you Brain Dead Tint Fans, you have never driven a New Car with no Tints. Try it , just 2 Pairs of Shades. Young and Old find it refreshing . Your Pussy Whipped most of you, you buy the Ride she wants, a Tuna is favourite , that makes her the Village Queen ,then she picks the darkest tint , then OLD ATM cant see where hes going , but dare not rip it off. If you have not fallen for it , your 1in a 100..

That's funny but I do think your point about driving with clear windows and sunglasses is valid. I'm 39 and have the same problem selecting the best compromise film for day/night use. I'm no expert but this thread where everyone is quoting their % tint is way too simplistic. Different films can have the same % visible light transmittance yet very different % energy rejected, % light reflection. All films, even cheap ones, have 99% UV protection the same as the way designer sunglasses offer no more UV protection than cheap ones when independently tested. This issue is that a very expensive film like Hi Kool can actually reject a lot of heat whilst being quite clear whereas a cheaper film can be hard to see out of and actually contribute to heat absorption. Film is one thing worth not scrimping on.

[Spoonman]

Thing is with you Brain Dead Tint Fans, you have never driven a New Car with no Tints. Try it , just 2 Pairs of Shades. Young and Old find it refreshing . Your Pussy Whipped most of you, you buy the Ride she wants, a Tuna is favourite , that makes her the Village Queen ,then she picks the darkest tint , then OLD ATM cant see where hes going , but dare not rip it off. If you have not fallen for it , your 1in a 100..

My car had no tint when purchased. I chose to have the tint applied.

Please tell me how me wearing sunnies would aid the vehicle cabin (heat wise) when parked at work in the sun all day ?

[wandrinstar]

Different Strokes Aussiebebe. My Ozz Mate hates tints, strangely enough , but he brings some U.V.Spray that stops the plastic cracking. Ive never had it crack anyway, but it works good he reckons.There is another Factor ,and thats where you live here.. I can see why folks in Ubon Rat favour tints, the landscape is like Hiroshima. When i lived near Nan in the Jungle there was Trees to park under. I try to park undercover anyway to go easy on the tyres.Its taken the Wifes Friend weeks to locate Cold Tea from Hi Cool, someone here recommended it. I dont knock that one. Ray Bans do graded U.V Aviators , so do Harley. Quite handy, raise your head a bit and the tint goes. Im 65 and still have perfect long vision . Anyway i like to post a bit of a wind up, for the Experts, Can i Hire a Jet Ski on Beach Road , aint fun any more. Stage thing is Ozzies never bite, only Yanks.!!!..

[JimShortz]

Thing is with you Brain Dead Tint Fans, you have never driven a New Car with no Tints. Try it , just 2 Pairs of Shades. Young and Old find it refreshing . Your Pussy Whipped most of you, you buy the Ride she wants, a Tuna is favourite , that makes her the Village Queen ,then she picks the darkest tint , then OLD ATM cant see where hes going , but dare not rip it off. If you have not fallen for it , your 1in a 100..

I bought my car with no film because I also think that having very dark windows is essentially dangerous. I tried it for two weeks, but it was just so bright and hot when the sun lands on you directly that I took it back in after two weeks and had the almost clear lamina 40% tint that I described earlier. That made a huge difference - cooler, not ridiculously bright, and pleasant for all passengers, whilst still having great vision out of all windows. The perfect balance for me, but then I am only 40 and still have 20/20 vision.

In my opinion those people with 60 or 80% dark film must, however, be crazy. In some vehicles I have been in you can't even see properly see out of the back and sides in the day! Fine if you only have tunnel vision and pay no attention to traffic around you... So fine for many drivers here I guess!

[wandrinstar]

Thing is with you Brain Dead Tint Fans, you have never driven a New Car with no Tints. Try it , just 2 Pairs of Shades. Young and Old find it refreshing . Your Pussy Whipped most of you, you buy the Ride she wants, a Tuna is favourite , that makes her the Village Queen ,then she picks the darkest tint , then OLD ATM cant see where hes going , but dare not rip it off. If you have not fallen for it , your 1in a 100..

I bought my car with no film because I also think that having very dark windows is essentially dangerous. I tried it for two weeks, but it was just so bright and hot when the sun lands on you directly that I took it back in after two weeks and had the almost clear lamina 40% tint that I described earlier. That made a huge difference - cooler, not ridiculously bright, and pleasant for all passengers, whilst still having great vision out of all windows. The perfect balance for me, but then I am only 40 and still have 20/20 vision.

In my opinion those people with 60 or 80% dark film must, however, be crazy. In some vehicles I have been in you can't even see properly see out of the back and sides in the day! Fine if you only have tunnel vision and pay no attention to traffic around you... So fine for many drivers here I guess!

Well said. Ive got it a tad wrong , ALL my widows are tinted slightly. Just been for a Swim , drove back with no Air , and all the windows open, first time ever. Never noticed before this topic started. No Film , just standard windows. Love your last lines .

[WarpSpeed]

I have 60% on the windscreen and 80% on all others. forward vision at night with stock headlights is fine, only one minor annoyance is that at night I need to wind down the front door glasses to use the mirrors whilst reversing.

Yeah blind people don't feel they have any disadvantage over sighted people either but we all know the real truth....... At least the thinking people do ...

blah blah blah blah.

At our annual health checks a few weeks back my eyes tested a perfect 6/6.

Except I wasn't talking about your eyes I was talking about your tint and thinking there's no difference in the visibility with it over visibility without..

[Spoonman]

I have 60% on the windscreen and 80% on all others. forward vision at night with stock headlights is fine, only one minor annoyance is that at night I need to wind down the front door glasses to use the mirrors whilst reversing.

Yeah blind people don't feel they have any disadvantage over sighted people either but we all know the real truth....... At least the thinking people do ...

blah blah blah blah.

At our annual health checks a few weeks back my eyes tested a perfect 6/6.

Except I wasn't talking about your eyes I was talking about your tint and thinking there's no difference in the visibility with it over visibility without..

Well its kinda obvious that dark windows will impede vision, but to what extent though, should throw sun glasses into the mix as well yeah.

[katabeachbum]

Well its kinda obvious that dark windows will impede vision, but to what extent though, should throw sun glasses into the mix as well yeah.

80% quality film vision can be ok, and another brand 40% one cant see a shit

before I came her I had never film tinted my cars, only factory privacy glass for rearsides