kevblah

Hey guys, so I know that the moleskin tint protector was a big deal on the W203 because of the seal scratching up the tint, but is this a problem on the W209 as well? I just got an 07 CLK550 and I'm going to tint it sometime this week, but I just wanted to know if I should do the moleskin beforehand?

kevblah

thread is kinda pointless now, because i just ordered the moleskin from tintprotector.com but i still would like to know

sammykinz

tip for 209 cars, DO NOT SPRAY the rear inside window, there is a sensor chip there just above the rear window in the back. Me like a idiot did not know, and ended up spending 1,000 for parts.

kevblah

Really, both rear windows? I'll remind the tint guy to be careful

dynomite05

Didn't do the moleskin even though the guy told me I should. Going on 4 months with the tints and not one scratch!

Frank Rizzo

Bump from the dead...

Hey Kev, how did the Moleskin work for you?
I just ordered the C kit and am having the windows done after I install it.

inquiring minds want to know...
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ellcapitan

Sorry, what's a moleskin? My '03 came with tint from the previous owner. How do I know if I have a moleskin (whatever it is)?

Rudeney

You put it on felt gasket on the inside of the door so it doesn't scratch the tint.

Kevwood

I need to get the tint redone on my C, quite a few scratches on the drivers window. I doubt the moleskin is going to help here though because of all the fine sand.

tl1000r1

hey sammy where is this chip in the back window n what does it control? I'm ready for tint n saw ur post.

Rudeney

It's not a "chip"; it's the antenna amp. It's attached to the glass, right under the stubby antenna, above the headliner. Be very careful with it - heat, cold and vibration can weaken its contacts with the glass. Other than simple age and environmental exposure, tinting is the main cause for failure.

tl1000r1

Thanks rudeney.