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01-28-2007, 08:01 PM

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Tinting Windows *Opinions Needed*

My question about tinting is, should I get front windshield tinted to (I am talking 8" front top of windshield tint), to block the sun?

I am thinking because it is a leased vehicle no, plus I haven't seen them in a while.

plus what percentage tint should I use?

01-28-2007, 08:05 PM

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I wouldn't do that but its your choice. I've seen some cars with the entire windshield tinted and it looks awesome... illegal thou.

01-28-2007, 08:10 PM

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not entire windshield. Just top 6-8"

01-28-2007, 08:15 PM

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Don't do it that is played out. It's not classy.

01-28-2007, 08:18 PM

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^ thanks, I will take your advice.

01-28-2007, 08:26 PM

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Yeah, don't do the entire windshield, cuz i think if you get into an accident no matter if it's your fault or not, insurance will not cover....

01-28-2007, 08:28 PM

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Yeah, Don't mess with front windshield. As for the rest of the windows, I say go with 20% all around.

01-28-2007, 08:29 PM

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Good point caster. They look for any reason not to pay up.

01-28-2007, 08:50 PM

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Yeah, don't do the entire windshield, cuz i think if you get into an accident no matter if it's your fault or not, insurance will not cover....

exactly.... the insurance company will throw your claim out the window and say you were braking the law and probably couldnt see out the window. lol

01-28-2007, 09:01 PM

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I agree 20% all the way would shweet!!

01-29-2007, 12:02 AM

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The top is already tinted, anything more than what it is already is unnecessary in my opinion, but its your car...

01-29-2007, 03:15 AM

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20% is iticket time in NY. 35% all around is good. no tint on windshield.

01-29-2007, 05:59 AM

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I kept it safe with 50 on the side and 35 in the rear. Anything darker and you get stopped unnecessarily.

Besides if you have a light car (silver, white) going darker than 35 all around make the car look top-heavy.

01-29-2007, 08:51 AM

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Do not mess with the windshield. It comes already tinted from the factory and can cause problems with your vision.

I also would not recommend tinting the front left and right windows too.
More and more states are passing legislation that prohibits any front tinting due to security and safety considerations with respect to law enforcement officers. These laws will be retroactive meaning that even if you have it done now, they can force you to remove the tinting later when the legislation has passed!

Even limos will require that the driver be easily visible at all times from both sides!

01-29-2007, 10:08 AM

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^^ That is why I got 50s on the side. Its not too dark and you can still see the person inside, yet gives the car that awesome look. Plus my black interior makes it look darker than it really is. Also, from reading local posts at NYCMaximas I see that alot of people traveling up to PA get stopped and ticketed all the time. 50 is very light (barely illegal, hehe if there is such thing) and most cops won't even stop you

01-29-2007, 07:17 PM

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BTW If you wanted to see the difference between 50% tints and no tints here is a picture. The silver max has 50% on the sides the blue one doesn have any...look at the sky throught the window.

01-30-2007, 08:33 AM

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Ok Sorry Im New Here! Tinting

I Have 5% All Around On My 06max And 30% On My Whole Windshield! It Is Very Sikk! Lots Of Privacy! I Want To Puy Up Pics But Dont Know How Too Lol Sorry

01-30-2007, 08:34 AM

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01-30-2007, 09:18 AM

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now that is crazzzzy,looks great, Talk about privacy.

01-30-2007, 09:50 AM

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And what exactly do you need all that privacy for???? DRIVING???

01-30-2007, 10:17 AM

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no need for explanation here. He can explain it to the insurance company and police officer.

Keep the privacy in the back. We don't want to see any unnecessary booty shots. LOL

01-30-2007, 10:33 AM

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I Am The Law...lol My Insurance Company Gets A Copy Of My Tinted Glass Wavier! But Thanx Oh Tha Perks.......lol

01-30-2007, 10:34 AM

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^ Medical reasons?

01-30-2007, 10:41 AM

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Proly a cop

01-30-2007, 10:43 AM

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Thanx Xoomer! good looks

01-30-2007, 10:45 AM

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Thanx Xoomer! good looks

You should state that when recommending something SO illegal. to the general public. You know better than that. Average Joe will get a ticket with 35 all around.

01-30-2007, 10:49 AM

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well this could be very dangerous, good luck driving your vehicle at night.

What I was talking about was Tinting top 6" of windshield.

01-30-2007, 11:04 AM

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yeah u r right sorry guys ! like i said im new. i can see fine at night TRUST me !

01-30-2007, 11:07 AM

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yeah u r right sorry guys ! like i said im new. i can see fine at night TRUST me !

He's a cop, you best listen to em'!

just bustin' your nuts

01-30-2007, 11:09 AM

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no prob ! luv tha max bro

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no prob ! luv tha max bro

i'm sure it beats your cruiser!

01-30-2007, 02:58 PM

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lol yup ! hey can i ask you a question about our fog lights?

My question is this- Do we have a fog light adjuster for the light beam , like we do to adjust the headlight beam ?

01-30-2007, 03:31 PM

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Anybody have a pic of 35%? Especially on white.

01-30-2007, 07:07 PM

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Damn thats sucks, gettin pulled over for 35% tint. But getting pulled over for tint is just gay in general.

01-30-2007, 07:41 PM

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lol i wouldnt be able to LIVE in NY, 50% is illegal? OH MY GODD!!!

my good friend has 2% on his impala lol - im thinkin 15 in front and 5 in back, down here you NEED tint or you will DIE in the sun, period. FL - legal limit is 28% in front and .. 15 in back? correct me if im wrong

01-31-2007, 06:41 AM

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Its not only NY, there is like 7 states with the same limits and it will only get tougher. Here is a link that might help.

http://www.iwfa.com/iwfa/Law_Chart/S...aw%20Chart.htm

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Quote:

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lol yup ! hey can i ask you a question about our fog lights?

My question is this- Do we have a fog light adjuster for the light beam , like we do to adjust the headlight beam ?

not 100% sure, but I would have to say no. No, because when installing the fog-lights I saw nothing near the housing that may have been adjustable, but i'm sure with some creativity you could make something up!

dan

02-01-2007, 07:39 PM

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Check out www.tintcenter.com for state laws. I have 50% for VA but PA requires 70%. I guess I will pull my window down quickly if I get pulled over in PA. And my 50% is on top of the OEM tint so I probably really have 40% or even less.