Tinted windshield

[EPHatchgirl]

I had some people ask me about how the windshield turned out, since our cars have dots around the edges.... here are some pics of the rim around the windshield and the dots above the rear view mirror (for those who are concerned/interested).

[EPHatchgirl]

I haven't noticed any discoloration/white spots... hope these pics help.

[EPHatchgirl]

Sorry about the dirrrrrty windows... here are a couple more...:o

[EPHatchgirl]

and finally.... if anyone else is still curious, or needs a different kind of pic.... lemme know, I'll help however I can.

[IceD out N CALI]

good pics. I was definitely curious how those dots would turnout against the tinted glass. I know cops look at the dots sometimes to determine if the front windshield is tinted

[Surprise]

What is the purpose of the ceramic dots around the edge? I know that they work well for reducing glare/sun above the mirror, but I doubt there is a problem with that around the edges.

[EPHatchgirl]

I am not sure myself... except that now they are covered in tint:D . Anyone else know why the dots are on the edges?

[Suk02Si]

that camera looks huge:D

[BSEVEER]

Aren't you just asking for trouble tinting your windshield? Don't get me wrong I think it looks great but it just seems like a cop magnet to me. :D

[EPHatchgirl]

I guess we'll find out. I only had it done 50%, and since the rest is tinted, a cop *knocking on wood* wouldn't notice the windshield (especially since it's lighter). The rest is legal, so if he put some meter thingy to my window, it wouldn't register a problem. To notice the dots, he would have to be ON my car, and I would do whatever necessary to keep some cop from humping my hood.:D :D If you take a look on the site (and on the streets), you'll see almost limo black tint on lots of these rides.... which makes mine look untinted.:) I'll let you know when I get a ticket...:angel:

**EDIT: BTW- thanks, glad you like how it looks!

[chakra71]

The guy that tinted my windows said that the dots are what's called a matrix. He said that car companies started adding that when they went to the uni-body style to increase the strength of the windows, to help prevent cracking when the chasis flexes. maybe he's full of it, but he does seem to know quite a bit about cars and glass. he's been tinting for over 30 years.

[EPHatchgirl]

Makes sense to me... thanks Chakra71!:)

[natesi]

Tinting the front windshield is legal in my state. It has to be pretty light, but it's a nice affect. I really like it. Plus it keeps a LOT of heat off the dash in the summer and helps the air conditioner not work so hard.

[IceD out N CALI]

Originally posted by natesi
Tinting the front windshield is legal in my state. It has to be pretty light, but it's a nice affect. I really like it. Plus it keeps a LOT of heat off the dash in the summer and helps the air conditioner not work so hard.

do u have the windshield tinted on your ep too?

[natesi]

Yes; 20% on the front, 30% on all the other windows. Having the front tinted helps keep some light out of the interior too, which actually makes the entire tint job seem significantly darker than it actually is... especially with a black interior. In most lighting situations it looks illegal, but it's actually completely legal. I'm suprised I haven't gotten pulled over yet.

I figured tint will also help keep the interior fabrics from fading. Ever see some older cars with faded seats due to the sun? Most tint cuts practically all UV out.

EDIT: Sorry; it's 50% in the front and 30% on all sides.