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07-26-2011, 01:47 PM

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Window Tinting

I'm from the bay area, any good window tinting places and what should I expect to pay for my tint?

07-26-2011, 02:11 PM

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Try posting in the cali sub forums for this question. You wil get a better response. That forum is on bottom of main forum

07-26-2011, 06:53 PM

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only one place Omega Werks - Pleasanton, CA

i brought my suby to him when i lived up north.

07-26-2011, 07:09 PM

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I had mine tinted all around and 6 inches on the windshield, cost me $180.00 but I live in Tennessee.

07-26-2011, 07:18 PM

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I had mine tinted all around and 6 inches on the windshield, cost me $180.00 but I live in Tennessee.

That's not bad. Most of the quotes around here are about $300. My buddy is doing it for me for about $190 for as much as I want. Still debating on doing the windshield or not. Definitely doing about 30% all the way around.

07-26-2011, 07:25 PM

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Don't know the % of transparency but I told them I wanted it as dark as you can get and still be legal, they were not to happy doing the little windows at the front but they did them anyway. Lifetime guarantee.

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07-26-2011, 07:34 PM

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Legal in Louisana is like 40% max I think. I don't know anyone that gets that. 40% is what you get from the "factory tint" option. Not dark enough for me at all.

07-26-2011, 08:23 PM

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Depends on the film and the shop. Something like Llumar or F1 Pinnacle will probably run you ~$300 . Cheaper films will run ~$200.

I got Llumar air blue 80% all around including windshield for $400.

07-27-2011, 12:32 PM

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only one place Omega Werks - Pleasanton, CA

i brought my suby to him when i lived up north.

I heard he's good but i was quoted $450 for ceramic tint. Is that a reasonable price? I've seen others around 300 or sub 300, not sure if they are any good though.

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07-27-2011, 12:34 PM

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Is CTX film for tinting any good? supposedly that cost about $1k a roll.

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07-27-2011, 12:51 PM

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Does anyone know if LLumar CTX Ceramatix will cause any interference with cell phones and GPS used from my car? The tinter wanted me to do some research before he does anything because he can't guarantee that it will or will not. Cerematix is not metal so I don't think it would. Any other thoughts?

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07-27-2011, 12:57 PM

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This is according to their product information page:

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LLumar CTX Films utilize CeramatrixTM Advanced Technology to providabsorption and heat rejection without blocking electronic signal transmissions.

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“In a world filled with wireless devices such as GPS, mobile phones and satellite radio receivers, it’s more important than ever to ensure that automotive window films provide the highest possible protection without disabling connectivity,” said Mark Gershenson, CPFilms’ Director of Product Marketing. “As part of the LLumar brand, our CTX Film Series is backed by more than 50 years of technology expertise and service. We are pleased to introduce this innovative new product that incorporates leading-edge technology to improve the performance of our signal enabling films.”

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07-27-2011, 03:21 PM

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thx for the info everyone.
Now the challenge is to find a place that does decent work at a decent price. $450 is a bit much from the place that's highly recommended.

Anyone else form the bay area who could recommend a place that does good work at a cheaper price than 450?

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07-27-2011, 03:47 PM

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This is where I go for all my vehicles: Auto Mall Tint Specialist

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07-27-2011, 06:49 PM

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This is where I go for all my vehicles: Auto Mall Tint Specialist

What kind of tint did you get and how much was it?

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07-27-2011, 07:04 PM

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I heard he's good but i was quoted $450 for ceramic tint. Is that a reasonable price? I've seen others around 300 or sub 300, not sure if they are any good though.

thats a good deal for the Fit and all the windows it has. my sister was quoted $400 for 3M ceramic tint on all windows except the windshield for a CRZ down here in LA.

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07-27-2011, 09:25 PM

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Tint is definitely needed in the Fit. It is like a fish bowl with large windows. Also, the A/C isn't the best and needs all the help to keep up. I paid $165 for all the windows.