Door panels off or not for window tinting?
08-12-13, 09:52 PM
#1
Door panels off or not for window tinting?
Do you guys know if they remove door panels when doing tints on our new IS?
I really hope not, because I'm getting mine done this Wednesday. Just don't like the idea about door panels coming off. Thanks
I really hope not, because I'm getting mine done this Wednesday. Just don't like the idea about door panels coming off. Thanks
08-13-13, 08:33 AM
#4
Sunshield is one of the most highly recommended shops in LA and I didn't see them taking door panels off yesterday.
Here's a video -- How to tint like a pro -- and he doesn't remove the panel -- he uses a device to push the film down.
Here's a video -- How to tint like a pro -- and he doesn't remove the panel -- he uses a device to push the film down.
Last edited by Glashub; 08-13-13 at 08:42 AM.
08-13-13, 10:05 AM
#5
I got mine done at the dealer because of the warranty. Initially, I didn't want it but the financial manager there gave me a discount, though it was still a bit higher than a 3rd-party shop.
08-13-13, 11:47 AM
#6
The pursuit of F
08-13-13, 01:51 PM
#7
Lexus Champion
The two shops I've worked with recently don't remove the panels, which I preferred. One is a 3M shop, the other LLumar. The LLumar guy says with the right tools and technique removal isn't necessary.
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08-13-13, 01:56 PM
#8
Lexus Champion
A good shop and good installer does not need to remove the panels. Don't know how the new IS is built but with the Gen II there was an issue with the tweeters, nonetheless most installers could work around it. It's based on skill and the tools.
08-13-13, 03:47 PM
#9
Lead Lap
In the 16 years I have been going to Sunshield Auto tint they have never removed my door panels. Best tint in Los Angeles. Has been in business for 30 years at the same
Location.
08-13-13, 07:59 PM
#10
I will take mine in to Lexus, but I was told they have a guy that comes in once a week to do tints for them.
My appointment is Wednesday, I will call in the morning and change the appointment for another day. At the same time, I will ask the dealer if they happen to know if the tint guy takes the door panel or not.
My appointment is Wednesday, I will call in the morning and change the appointment for another day. At the same time, I will ask the dealer if they happen to know if the tint guy takes the door panel or not.
08-13-13, 08:41 PM
#12
OFF OFF OFF
I have an IS-F, I don't know if that matters. That material the door is made out off is something rather unique to Lexus.
I just got my door panel back after being sent out to Cali to have it fixed. It was gouged by the tint guy from pushing the tint down into the sill, also putting tint on the glass right behind the tweeter on the ML system is a complete pain.
It took 3 months to get it back!
Just take them off yourself 5 minutes at best. It's super easy and just have them tint the windows then put the panels back on.
Just FYI the door panel from Lexus is a crazy 1,600$
I have an IS-F, I don't know if that matters. That material the door is made out off is something rather unique to Lexus.
I just got my door panel back after being sent out to Cali to have it fixed. It was gouged by the tint guy from pushing the tint down into the sill, also putting tint on the glass right behind the tweeter on the ML system is a complete pain.
It took 3 months to get it back!
Just take them off yourself 5 minutes at best. It's super easy and just have them tint the windows then put the panels back on.
Just FYI the door panel from Lexus is a crazy 1,600$
Last edited by NERD42; 08-13-13 at 08:46 PM. Reason: info
08-13-13, 10:06 PM
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