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Old 03-12-12, 10:41 PM
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Hey guys, I have a 1999 dark green GS400 and I've been doing some work on it but I still need to get tints.
First of all, I wanted to know if anyone has any shops near/in the San Fernando Valley that they recommend.
Also, I want a public opinion, should I get 20% or 5% on the back windows and back windshield?

I appreciate all the help in advance.

P.S. Those of you in Cali, what would you recommend for the front two?
Old 03-12-12, 11:19 PM
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I have limo tint all around on my lexus.. and i strongly regret ever doing so.. Looks really cool from the outside, but can't see a damn thing at night.. rather dangerous, if you ask me.. So, i would choose 20% over the 5% any day.

also, cops will give you less of a hard time with a more see-through window.
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I have 5% on all the back windows of my gs300.. and 20% in the front.. I personally think this is the best way to go if you live in a state like CA with strict *** tint laws... you can hardly see through my windows durning the day.. and no way at night.. ANDY at TINT on wheels.com.. check this guy out.. he has done over a dozen cars for me and the homies.. QUALITY work.. at a great price, and he will come to your house/business and work on your car while you are working.. LEGIT/RELIABLE GUY!! http://www.tintonwheels.com/ LIFETIME WARRANTY * SATISFACTION GUARANTEED - PM if you go through him i can get you a discount****

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Old 03-13-12, 01:42 AM
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In pa, NO WAY, I'm going with 30%, there's no way in hell I'm getting shot by the police..
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Originally Posted by FlockoGS4
In pa, NO WAY, I'm going with 30%, there's no way in hell I'm getting shot by the police..
LMAO!!! This is funny. I have 20% which is dark enough. Ultra dark tink would not look good with my color.
Old 03-13-12, 05:33 AM
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I'm in Bay Area Cali and I have 5% tint on my rear windshield and 20% on the 4 side doors.
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20% is what I'd prefer

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20% all around. Makes it classy and evenly done all around.
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i live in the south adn theres no way i'll do 5%.

20% all around.
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I wish I would have done 20% all around. Mine is a bit too light currently.
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20% all around, dark enough without drawing too much attention from the cops.
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Originally Posted by GokuSSJ3
LMAO!!! This is funny. I have 20% which is dark enough. Ultra dark tink would not look good with my color.
Lmao I'm serious screw that..... Rofl
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20% on the rear and 35% all around would be the best compromise. With 5% on the sides it would create a hazard at night and for anyone driving at you without their high beams on. Plus, i like scanning for the po-po in my rearview and 20% would not be so good....IJS.
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i say 100%
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The plural if tint is still... tint.

I could never understand where "tints" came from. Is it street slang?

5% is crazy, especially here in CA. You will still have Johnny Law looking at you for 20%.
I prefer a lighter, classy tint - but I don't mind the ladies checking me out.


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