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Is there a point tinting only some windows?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by ystasino, May 12, 2007.

  1. ystasino

    ystasino Active Member

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    I read that here in MD only the top 6" of a vehicle's windshield can be tinted.

    Is there a point tinting every other window in terms of accumulating heat?

    Also another question. I noticed Evan mentioned he tinted the rear window to match the lower rear and was wondering what % that was.

    Does anyone here in Baltimore have any experience with tinting shops for their Prius or other car?
     
    #1 ystasino, May 12, 2007
  2. desertbriez

    desertbriez New Member

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    i'm wondering if the strip at the top of the windshield will help with the glare on the navi?
     
    #2 desertbriez, May 24, 2007
  3. galaxee

    galaxee mostly benevolent

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    it's a visibility thing, most states won't allow you to tint all your windshield without a prescription.

    we noticed a difference when we tinted all the other windows at ~30%. have yet to do the windshield.
     
    #3 galaxee, May 24, 2007
  4. slair

    slair Ubër Senior Member

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    Just find a place that'll do it. There is usually one in every town. The IN law is 0% on WS, 35% all around. I found a place that did 5% all around, 15% on front windows and 35% on WS. 3rd car I've had it done to and havent had any problems, even with the law. Usually its a non-reciept, cash only deal. Life time warrenty on lumar film so no worries about that :)

    The place that did my windows said the small back glass part is 15% from the factory.
     
    #4 slair, May 25, 2007
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