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Discussion in 'Detailing' started by jeffro2388, Jul 8, 2013.

  1. Jul 8, 2013 at 6:59 PM
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    jeffro2388

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    Does anyone know if i can tint over factory tint? I hear that that factory tint is in the window but it isnt dark enough for me. Anybody have any insight or advice??
    thanks.
     
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  2. Jul 8, 2013 at 7:00 PM
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    It's not tint. It's smoked glass. Tint it however you like, but it'll never be lighter than what it is unless you replace the window (and clear glass is available).

    So, you're fine. Go nuts.
     
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  3. Jul 8, 2013 at 7:01 PM
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    Yes you can tint over it with no issues :thumbsup:
     
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  4. Jul 8, 2013 at 7:02 PM
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    The film can go on right over the factory tint with no issue
     
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    Thanks ya'll!!
     
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    For the sake of future confusion, let's not refer to the factory windows being tinted - they're not tinted. Window tint is removable, the smoked glass used in OEM "privacy glass" is not something that can be changed outside of glass replacement.
     
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  7. Jul 8, 2013 at 7:07 PM
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    YUP..... I just did limo black all around...Factory tint/smoke isn't enough here in Vegas baby.:D
     
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  8. Jul 8, 2013 at 8:45 PM
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