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Computerized perfect cut tint installed in Socal

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Old May 14, 2008 | 03:36 PM
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Computerized perfect cut tint installed in Socal

These guys signaturetint in Costa Mesa rock, they cut the film via computer so that piece for the "shark fin" area of the rear corner window of the rear doors is pre cut perfect and they are able to get it back there and pushed on the glass for the sweet full black look. I got 5& rear and 20% front, I also had the visor strip installed too, top notch work. I just had mine done there a few weeks ago because I had to replace the film from the previous owner. They do alot of high end cars, the pic in my sig is my old tint by the way.

Socal peeps ask for Dave or Kerry and tell them Bryan with the black E55 sent ya !!

http://www.signaturetint.com/index.php?option=c...d=9&Itemid=27
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Old May 14, 2008 | 03:37 PM
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How much? I need to get the C350 tinted and may be near costa mesa soon
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Old May 14, 2008 | 05:33 PM
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I have that exact setup in my garage with the Tint Tek software.. Used it twice, now it collects dust.. Cuts the film soo precise!!
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Old May 15, 2008 | 04:00 AM
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Is it ceramic tint?
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Old May 15, 2008 | 10:18 AM
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pics?
i gotta tint mine next weekend...
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Old May 15, 2008 | 03:25 PM
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Is it ceramic tint?
Yes, they have it, I went with the "blackest" looking tint they have because I have a black car.
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Old May 15, 2008 | 03:30 PM
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pics?
i gotta tint mine next weekend...
MJ,

Click the link and go to the photo album tab and you can see a lot of pics with details of what percent and brand film is on the windows etc.
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Old May 24, 2008 | 01:45 PM
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pics?
i gotta tint mine next weekend...
Did you go yet ?
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does the tint "bleed" out to the edge of the top of the glass, for that "factory dipped" look or is there a small clear edge?
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Old May 26, 2008 | 02:39 AM
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does the tint "bleed" out to the edge of the top of the glass, for that "factory dipped"
Yessir!
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Old May 26, 2008 | 03:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Vader55
Did you go yet ?
had no time...
if i get out from the dealer early enuf on tuesday, i will do it then...
otherwise next weekend...
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Old May 27, 2008 | 11:38 AM
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Had mine done by them a few weeks back.

Awesome shop and really good people.

I went with metalic film all around and ceramic on the windshield.

Looks great.


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Old May 27, 2008 | 11:50 AM
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paint was looking sad so i waxed it.



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Old May 27, 2008 | 12:16 PM
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1. roughly how much...
2. pics of your car with the 'new' tint
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Old May 27, 2008 | 12:30 PM
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Originally Posted by blackcls63
vader...
1. roughly how much...
2. pics of your car with the 'new' tint

I think a basic tint is around $225.

They put felt guides in my door panels, cause apparently MB doesn't use the felt lined rubber that every other manufacturer in the world does for their doors. $20 per door.

The ceramic on the windshield was around $150.

In my opinion well worth the few extra bucks for a quality job, in a clean shop, from people who know their ****. Actually, the prices are in line with most shops and a little cheaper than other 'high end' shops.

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Originally Posted by blackcls63
vader...
1. roughly how much...
2. pics of your car with the 'new' tint
Around $225 and up depending on what brand tint and if you get a visor etc. Here is a couple pics



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Old Jul 13, 2008 | 12:36 AM
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Originally Posted by ryan0
I think a basic tint is around $225.
In my opinion well worth the few extra bucks for a quality job, in a clean shop, from people who know their ****. Actually, the prices are in line with most shops and a little cheaper than other 'high end' shops.
Well said
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Old Jul 13, 2008 | 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by ryan0
They put felt guides in my door panels, cause apparently MB doesn't use the felt lined rubber that every other manufacturer in the world does for their doors. $20 per door.
So is this a must with the W211 with tint? Do they replace the OEM rubber with this piece or is it an add on?

I bought my car with tint and the interior rubber piece looks like it got trimmed off instead of getting felt added. The rubber does not rub the window (and tint) as the window gets opened/closed but this raises 2 issues:

1. I don't like that there is nothing to stop something small from falling into that crevice.
2. I think it adds wind noise to the interior.

I did get the dealer to agree to replace the rubber but they claim no felt is needed. I just wanted another observation.
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Old Jul 16, 2008 | 06:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Neoii
So is this a must with the W211 with tint? Do they replace the OEM rubber with this piece or is it an add on?

I bought my car with tint and the interior rubber piece looks like it got trimmed off instead of getting felt added. The rubber does not rub the window (and tint) as the window gets opened/closed but this raises 2 issues:

1. I don't like that there is nothing to stop something small from falling into that crevice.
2. I think it adds wind noise to the interior.

I did get the dealer to agree to replace the rubber but they claim no felt is needed. I just wanted another observation.

For $80, I figured I'd rather not risk my new ceramic film.

They basically just glue a soft felt strip on the inside of the rubber piece.
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hey Vader55 where u get the smoked tail light?
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Old Jul 18, 2008 | 01:03 AM
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what felt guide are you guys talking about?
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Old Jul 20, 2008 | 03:49 AM
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hey Vader55 where u get the smoked tail light?
They were sprayed and cleared professionally by the previous owner. Any good paint and body shop can do it.
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what felt guide are you guys talking about?
I know the S-Class needs the moleskin guide, I do not think it is an issue on the W211
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Old Jun 27, 2009 | 04:32 PM
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The tint person was able to fix my tint. Thanks for the link to this thread though.

Btw, you car looks great!
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I know this is old, but i had to ask. Did you pay $225 including the removal of old tint?
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