Rear window tint probs?

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Nov 4, 2004 | 11:06 AM

chrisok5

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Rear window tint probs?

I just got a 2003 Outback Impreza and I'm stoked.
I don't have very many mod plans for it because it's my commuter to the snow and work. I'm not a racer either. I more of a 4x4 enthusiast and like to take my road aggression out on the trails.

Anway, I want to tint my windows and I wasn't sure if the rear window can be tinted with the rear defroster.

Will the defroster melt the tint and make it all bubbly like I've seen? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Chris

Nov 4, 2004 | 11:22 AM

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ive had mine on my impreza for a year and havent had a problem.

Nov 4, 2004 | 11:24 AM

chrisok5

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Sweet! sounds good. I've never owned a newer car either so it's all new to me. All these little options that the outback comes with are amazing to me although normal to many others. haha

Thanks for replying.

Nov 4, 2004 | 11:38 AM

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I got my rear tinted in May, no problems what so ever

Nov 4, 2004 | 11:41 AM

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oh, and the tint guys should tell you, but I'm telling you now... do not use any window cleaner that contains ammonium because it will cause the tint to peel off or bubble... so no windex

Nov 4, 2004 | 01:51 PM

chrisok5

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Thanks for the tip RussA. You never know... depending on where I go to get tinted, they may not bother to tell me any caring tips. It's hard to find good help these days.

Nov 4, 2004 | 02:00 PM

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usually the best thing to do is make your own mixture of soap. Dish soap works best, but that's just my personal experience..

Nov 4, 2004 | 02:18 PM

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Hello, my family owns a tint shop so I am speaking from experience. Back glass with defrost is not a problem at all. Sometimes the dots at the top of most windows cause some problems, but that isn't an issue with the Subaru.

I would make sure you get it done in one piece, any reputable shop will do that now, usually without additional cost. It really just looks better. Don't let them charge you more for it, but make sure they do it.

We use a foaming ammonia free window cleaner at the shop to clean the windows and it works great.

If you have any questions just let me know I will do my best to answer them.

Nov 4, 2004 | 03:07 PM

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hey, what is the best cleaner that I can buy for my windows on the outside?

and where can I get that cleaner stuff for my interior windows? if I cannot get that, then could you tell me the best cleaner that I can buy for my interior windows?

Nov 12, 2004 | 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by RussA

Stoner Brand Invisible Glass is a great product specifically designed for automotive glass. It is a foam product so it doesn't run like liquid spray.

You can read about it on Autogeek.net http://www.autogeek.net/stoninglas.html

I buy the product at Walmart (like 4 bux) so it is pretty accesable and you don't need to order online. I bet even Pepboys, Kragen's or Autozone has it. It is great stuff.