Tint on front windshield?

XwChriswX · 02-22-2011, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Cmike2780

That's because your not suppose to have it tinted! I got pulled over for having 50% tint on the front sides in my old car. Its a primary offense in NY and they can pull you over for having more than 70%. The state troopers & local PD set up a few checkpoints during the summer in my area just for tinted windows. Not worth the time or money in my opinion.

Yeah this is the primary problem you run into... OP Make sure you check your states local laws on what is/is not allowed tint wise. Here in AZ you can get away with pretty much anything... In NY, not so much... each state is different and typically, East coast states are usually tougher on it for some reason.

cheshirecat · 02-22-2011, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by wat2win

It will be great if you can put it up tonight~
because I'm picking up the car tomorrow and going to tint shop right after.

Alright bro, I'll do my best.

elmz · 02-22-2011, 04:07 PM

I've seen this done on lots of exotics when I lived in Vegas, I think it looks awesome. Not sure how it affects visibility though.

TongMan · 02-22-2011, 04:15 PM

I understand tinting the front windshield for exotics and show cars as they don't ever see street driving, but doing it on a daily driver is just dangerous for the owner and for other drivers on the roads. Whats worst is for the pedestrians that cross roads at night. I say don't do it, but ultimately its up to the OP, and from what is seems like, he/she is already set on doing it. I just hope nothing bad happens resulting from the "cool" factor of tinting the front windshield.

wat2win · 02-22-2011, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by TongMan

I understand tinting the front windshield for exotics and show cars as they don't ever see street driving, but doing it on a daily driver is just dangerous for the owner and for other drivers on the roads. Whats worst is for the pedestrians that cross roads at night. I say don't do it, but ultimately its up to the OP, and from what is seems like, he/she is already set on doing it. I just hope nothing bad happens resulting from the "cool" factor of tinting the front windshield.

i have not made my decision yet. also im not doing it for "cool" factor. Im thinking of doing it to just reduce the sun+heat.

370Z Purist · 02-22-2011, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by wat2win

i have not made my decision yet. also im not doing it for "cool" factor. Im thinking of doing it to just reduce the sun+heat.

A good reflective shield fulfills that purpose. Sunglasses add cool factor without it being permanent, i.e. during nighttime. Although, I've worn sunglasses at night because of headlights...

370zAL · 02-22-2011, 04:51 PM

I would like to apply just "clear" windshield tint. Real and only object of this is to prevent/reduce damage from stone chips that I always seem to get.
I'm in Kali (CA), and I suppose that even clear would be illegal?

Has anyone else used this logic? My previous Honda had many, and all the windscreen chip repairs, would more than cover cost of film.

My Z is lower so it will probably "attract" more stone chips.

Also considering the clear body panel film type kits. Any thoughts on self install of these? The sellers make it look easy!!

Thanks, Alan

PS. First blog entry. Picked up my 370z 7AT base Pearl 2010 yesterday.

cheshirecat · 02-22-2011, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by wat2win

i have not made my decision yet. also im not doing it for "cool" factor. Im thinking of doing it to just reduce the sun+heat.

I've taken some on the way home during the day- I'll take some more tonight and upload them when I'm done.

Don't worry about it, you most likely won't be able to tell it's even tinted. It does make a huge difference in terms of heat, though.

Kcuba370z · 02-22-2011, 05:40 PM

ive got 30% in the front 10% everywhere else,ehh it aint so bad.

370Z Purist · 02-22-2011, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 370zAL

I would like to apply just "clear" windshield tint. Real and only object of this is to prevent/reduce damage from stone chips that I always seem to get.
I'm in Kali (CA), and I suppose that even clear would be illegal?

Has anyone else used this logic? My previous Honda had many, and all the windscreen chip repairs, would more than cover cost of film.

My Z is lower so it will probably "attract" more stone chips.

Also considering the clear body panel film type kits. Any thoughts on self install of these? The sellers make it look easy!!

Thanks, Alan

PS. First blog entry. Picked up my 370z 7AT base Pearl 2010 yesterday.

First off, welcome. I suggest posting in the Introduction section and saying hi to everyone.

As far as I know the only things illegal on the front windshield are tints, a clear film over it will not incur any tickets unless specifically mandated (and I don't see why you'd ever ban them).

Many people have had clear bras installed on their Z's fronts to help belay rock chips.

Use the search tool and type in all kinds of things; despite the relatively short life of this forum, you will find much wisdom (and a lot of bad jokes and puns).

Red__Zed · 02-22-2011, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by TongMan

I understand tinting the front windshield for exotics and show cars as they don't ever see street driving, but doing it on a daily driver is just dangerous for the owner and for other drivers on the roads. Whats worst is for the pedestrians that cross roads at night. I say don't do it, but ultimately its up to the OP, and from what is seems like, he/she is already set on doing it. I just hope nothing bad happens resulting from the "cool" factor of tinting the front windshield.

I ran 50% on my windshield on a bunch of my cars (had light sensitivity issues) and never had any issues at night. I'd probably go with 70% if I did it again, but as long as you don't go really dark it's not actually as bad as most people make it out to be.

Don't underestimate the attention it will get you from police though. Even though my registration noted that it was OK, I still got pulled over all the time, and got tickets despite showing the paperwork for permission. I eventually wound up deciding it was not worth it...

Viera · 02-22-2011, 07:53 PM

Ive had 35% all around for over a year and so far zero problems. I will be going darker later and i think it looks awesome. Do what makes you happy, but just be prepared for the worst(tint tix).

chops · 02-22-2011, 08:45 PM

dont do 50%. i have 50% on my side/rear windows (and it looks kind of dark at night) and am considering 70-80% on my front windshield for heat rejection purposes. its essentially clear with a very, very slight tint. if you do it right (meaning not dark), its not anymore dangerous than not having it tinted.

370z1 · 02-22-2011, 09:09 PM

I have 30% tint all the way around and a 4.5 inch visor strip across the windshield at 5%. Nice during the day can be a little dark at night. Different states have different tolerances so you may want to ask the tint people when making your choice.

cheshirecat · 02-22-2011, 10:08 PM

Here you go, OP. I suggest you get it. Kinda overkill on the pics but whatever. better more than less.

Night Interior- normal lights

night interior-lights off

night exterior

night interior-brights

day-interior on road

day-interior under cover

day-exterior

02-22-2011, 04:51 PM	#22 (permalink)
370zAL Base Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: O.C. Cypress,California Posts: 11 Drives: 10 370Z PW 7AT, Rep Power: 14	Tint on front windshield. I would like to apply just "clear" windshield tint. Real and only object of this is to prevent/reduce damage from stone chips that I always seem to get. I'm in Kali (CA), and I suppose that even clear would be illegal? Has anyone else used this logic? My previous Honda had many, and all the windscreen chip repairs, would more than cover cost of film. My Z is lower so it will probably "attract" more stone chips. Also considering the clear body panel film type kits. Any thoughts on self install of these? The sellers make it look easy!! Thanks, Alan PS. First blog entry. Picked up my 370z 7AT base Pearl 2010 yesterday.

02-22-2011, 08:45 PM	#28 (permalink)
chops A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: NA Posts: 1,732 Drives: NA Rep Power: 21	dont do 50%. i have 50% on my side/rear windows (and it looks kind of dark at night) and am considering 70-80% on my front windshield for heat rejection purposes. its essentially clear with a very, very slight tint. if you do it right (meaning not dark), its not anymore dangerous than not having it tinted. wideglideleon likes this. Last edited by chops; 02-22-2011 at 08:48 PM.

02-22-2011, 10:08 PM	#30 (permalink)
cheshirecat A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 1,428 Drives: N54 135i Rep Power: 292	Here you go, OP. I suggest you get it. Kinda overkill on the pics but whatever. better more than less. Night Interior- normal lights night interior-lights off night exterior night interior-brights day-interior on road day-interior under cover day-exterior AARONHL likes this.

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02-22-2011, 04:07 PM	#18 (permalink)
elmz Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 674 Drives: 2014 Porsche Boxster Rep Power: 17	I've seen this done on lots of exotics when I lived in Vegas, I think it looks awesome. Not sure how it affects visibility though.

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TongMan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,297 Drives: 2013 Nissan GTR Rep Power: 715	I understand tinting the front windshield for exotics and show cars as they don't ever see street driving, but doing it on a daily driver is just dangerous for the owner and for other drivers on the roads. Whats worst is for the pedestrians that cross roads at night. I say don't do it, but ultimately its up to the OP, and from what is seems like, he/she is already set on doing it. I just hope nothing bad happens resulting from the "cool" factor of tinting the front windshield.

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Kcuba370z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: New York Posts: 340 Drives: Z34 Rep Power: 14	ive got 30% in the front 10% everywhere else,ehh it aint so bad.

02-22-2011, 07:53 PM	#27 (permalink)
Viera Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 897 Drives: '09 M.Blue 370Z 6MT Rep Power: 264	Ive had 35% all around for over a year and so far zero problems. I will be going darker later and i think it looks awesome. Do what makes you happy, but just be prepared for the worst(tint tix).