Window Tinting

[02 TBRD]

I was wondering if anybody here has had their windows tinted. I am considering getting my windows tinted as dark as possible on my blue Bird---I think it would be really sharp. I would be curious to see if anybody else has done this. If you have, please post a picture, especially if you have a blue car. Thanks.

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[Tbird Lover]

If/when you get it done, be sure to find someone who can disable the drop function on the windows.

 

[DFW TBird]

I have an appointment on Saturday to get my windows tinted. The gal said there were several cars that had drop windows and there were work arounds. Before I let them frig up the glass by forcing the doors shut without the drop feature does anyone know what the proper technique is?

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Bob - 106496

 

[02 TBRD]

I'm confused---why is disabling the drop feature such a big deal? Why is it even an issue at all? Am I missing something here?

 

[PaulH]

I would not disable the drop window just for the sake of the window tint. Drop the car off in the morning and pick it up a the end of the day or the next day. The shop can store the car indoors.

 

[DFW TBird]

Got the windows tinted this morning. 45 minutes and they had the side windows, back window and portholes. I go back next Saturday to get the back glass in the convertible top. Alta Mere on Grapevine Highway. Great job and folks.
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Here's the deal on the drop function.
When you open the doors the windows go down 1/2 inch. You cannot get them to go up without shutting the door.
If you shut the door to work from inside, there is too much molding in the way.
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Here's the trick.
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With the door open, take a screw driver and flip the latch in the door all the way until it clics.
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The glass rolls up automatically, because it senses the door is shut.
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When they installed the film, they dried real good so as not to have a problem with the up and down 1/2 inch.
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Lift up on the door handle and the latch is released.
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You're back in busines without disabling the drop function and possibly breaking something.
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More good news.
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Alta Mere actually has a computerized template to cut the film. No razor blades to slip and trim our molding for us.
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If you are even thinking about the window tint, go for it. It makes the car look awesome.




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Bob - 106496

 

[thaser]

Hey Bob, maybe you could post some pics(?)

 

[DFW TBird]

Sorry it took so long, but I don't have a digital camera.

Here's the URL to the picture album section.
http://www.thunderbirdforum.com/photos/pictures/Ad_57_1.jpg


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Bob - 106496