Re: Show me your tint!
I've had many cars tinted over the years. Plus I have done the windows in several homes while helping a friend who was in the business.
-The general rule is to go with the premium stuff. It just lasts longer and is more resistant to scratches.
-Also, keep in mind that the smaller the cabin space the darker it will look. The same tint darkness on a twelve passenger full size van will look very dark on a small car like a Crossfire.
-Go for the kind that has at least 80% UV protection. It makes a real difference on those hot sunny days.
-Law enforcement attention is also a concern. Depending on your state, dark windows make police nervous for obvious reasons.
The photo attached to this email is my wife's car. If I remember it was about 60% + UV, and cost about $180.
I've never tinted a car but with house windows I do a preliminary cut to fit. I use a spray water bottle with a few drops of diswashing soap. Wet down the window, peel off the backing stick it and slide it into place. Use a "bondo" type soft plastic spreader to work the air bubbles toward the sides. Cut it to fit. Then continue to squeeze out the bubbles. Let the sun dry it naturally. It may take a week. Avoid hair dryers! If a small bubble remains after a few days, carefully ***** it with a straight pin and smooth it out.