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Purchasing Window Tint for 06 Prius

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by cne0233, Dec 27, 2005.

  1. cne0233

    cne0233 New Member

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    I have purchased an 06 Prius in Seaside Pearl with Package 8 and I have seen in Prius spec that windows have High Solar Energy-Absorbing (HSEA) glass.

    The HSEA glass absorbs significantly more solar energy and UV rays than the tinted glass it replaces, thereby reducing heat build up within the vehicle and reducing air conditioner load. It achieves this without affecting night-time vision.

    I live in Florida - Fort Myers area has anyone had any experience with HSEA glass to know if added window tint is needed?

    I have not received any delivery confirmation or expected date as of this date.
     
    #1 cne0233, Dec 27, 2005
  2. DocVijay

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    Well, I haven't read my sticker yet to see about the HSEA,l but I am still going to get the windows tinted. For me it's a combination of heat AND light. The factory windows may indeed cut down on the heat, but they still allow lots of light. I'm not so much concerned about myself, as I can wear sunglasses, but rather for my kids in the back.
     
    #2 DocVijay, Dec 27, 2005
  3. richard schumacher

    richard schumacher shortbus driver

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    I don't need it in Dallas. If you liked it on previous cars you'll probably want it on the Prius.
     
    #3 richard schumacher, Dec 28, 2005
  4. galaxee

    galaxee mostly benevolent

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    we did it on our 05 and did notice slightly lower heat build-up. don't know if the 05 uses HSEA but i think it does. did it mainly for the light filtering though, my eyes are sensitive to light. looks real badass, though... B)
     
    #4 galaxee, Dec 28, 2005
  5. HybridVigor

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    I recommend tinting your windows if you live in a hot sunny climate. There are lots of different tint options out there, and many have been discussed on this board. I've had great luck with the Huper Optik "Drei" tinting, which rejects 98% of the solar heat. The difference between the sun coming through the untinted windshield and the tinted side windows is very significant. Its to the point where I'm considering looking into tinting the front window with the same coating (under the table, since its not legal in Arizona to tint the front windows).
     
    #5 HybridVigor, Dec 28, 2005
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