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Windshield tint

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by 1bad2k, May 19, 2018.

  1. May 19, 2018 at 6:07 PM
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    1bad2k

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    So looking at crystalline, 3M offers 40%, 50%, 60%, 70% and 90%. That's too bad because I'd like 30% around, and 80% on the windshield. How is that the two main options that they DON'T offer? Lol
     
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  2. May 19, 2018 at 6:20 PM
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    I will post my couple pics. 3M Crystaline pic in a minute. FYI- I believe they are the only window tint endorsed by the National Skin Cancer Foundation....
     
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  3. May 19, 2018 at 6:25 PM
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    Cool. I think I'm gonna go 70% on the windshield. Possibly Xpel XR black 30 or 20 on the rest.
     
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  4. May 19, 2018 at 6:26 PM
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    3M Crystaline 90% windshield
    19080680-6A57-4329-845D-B5B7D465E8EF.jpg 3B9E4CCF-8CA5-450A-95B6-6D63674144BB.jpg

    Crystaline 50 over factory tinted glass, 40 on front door windows.
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    The lighter Crystaline tints offer better total solar energy rejection than most companies darkest tints.

    :thumbsup:
     
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  5. May 19, 2018 at 6:29 PM
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    My local crystaline dealer has a heat lamp display- amazing what Crystaline can do! There are also comparisons on YouTube...
     
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  6. May 19, 2018 at 6:34 PM
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    Had 55% on the front, but then had to replace the windshield...will be putting it back on. 70% is too light, I need my privacy

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  7. May 19, 2018 at 6:36 PM
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    Does that pass NC inspection?
     
  8. May 19, 2018 at 6:37 PM
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    Haha shit no, I have a guy though.
     
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  9. May 19, 2018 at 6:37 PM
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    I think we tinted this truck? Did you get it done in Clemmons, NC?
     
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  10. May 19, 2018 at 6:41 PM
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    Where did you get yours done and what did they charge for the windshield? After further review the 3M seems to be better than the Suntek CXP I normally go with..
     
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  11. May 19, 2018 at 6:41 PM
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    :headbang: Nice!
     
  12. May 19, 2018 at 6:46 PM
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    A-1 Tint Pros
    210 N Polk St, Pineville, NC 28134
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    They rock! We just had our windshield redone in our Subie.
    I like the Crystaline 90- but if I have to redo- I will go with 70. :thumbsup:
     
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  13. May 19, 2018 at 6:49 PM
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    we charge $125 for full windshields in our shop but we use SunTek CIR70. very comparable to Crystalline as far as specs go. that is what is on my Tacoma, our Impreza and our Lexus RC.
     
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  14. May 19, 2018 at 6:51 PM
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    Crystaline is more expensive- and they try to control by use of authorized places, etc. But, I like the Product- and its endorsement. also like the lighter tints. :thumbsup:
     
  15. May 19, 2018 at 6:55 PM
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    Not bad, but too damn far of a drive.
     
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  16. May 19, 2018 at 6:57 PM
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    you're right, it is more expensive. we can get it, we just don't. we have used SunTek films for over 10 years and they have great customer service. I'm not bashing 3M, they make good film. another great film is Wyncose(?). but it is hella expensive.
     
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    50% on the windshield, 15% on the sides and back

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  18. May 20, 2018 at 6:49 AM
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    Sure did. Along with my wife’s Rav4 and my Silverado work truck.
     
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    35% on front roll downs

    50% on windshield

    Factory rears.

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  20. May 20, 2018 at 7:34 AM
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    CA is rough I used to get pulled over for no front plate ever so often. Just whatch out for highway patrol there the ones that’ll get you, not the local/county street cops.
     
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