Question about tint

doc325i · 10-28-2006, 09:13 PM

I just picked up my 335i black saphire/black leather. This past Thursday they had the windows tinted.
My question: When can I power the windows down? and 2 When can I clean the windows?
Any help for a first time owner of tinted windows would be greatly appreciated!
Jeff

Schweitzer · 10-28-2006, 09:27 PM

If the weather is good, 24 hours. If it's cold, wait two days.

06330i · 10-28-2006, 10:04 PM

well i just had tint done and the guy said 3 days. but thats b/c its 40 degrees in michigan right now

darkcloud · 10-28-2006, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by 06330i

well i just had tint done and the guy said 3 days. but thats b/c its 40 degrees in michigan right now

Most places say the "3 days" to not have you coming back for a retint. If they said you'll be fine in a day and the next day you roll down your window and fuck up the tint then you have to come back and they have to use more tint. By saying 3 covers the if its hot/cold out scenarios. I would suggest at least 2 days for you but waiting the entire 3 shouldn't be unbearable just to make sure.

The last 2 cars I had tinted I told my gf not to roll down the windows and she usually did the day of tint or the next and I never had a problem.

just4kickz · 10-28-2006, 10:20 PM

uhh well i think its advised that you wait anywhere from 3-7days after tinting to fully let the ceramic film bond to ur windows... and cleaning the windows... i'd say anytime after that too...

Carnage · 10-28-2006, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by doc325i

I just picked up my 335i black saphire/black leather. This past Thursday they had the windows tinted.
My question: When can I power the windows down? and 2 When can I clean the windows?
Any help for a first time owner of tinted windows would be greatly appreciated!
Jeff

With the current weather in the Midwest I would wait at least 2-3 days before rolling down the windows. You should be fine by tomorrow(Sunday). You should be ok to clean them anytime after you can roll them down.

DILLIGAF · 10-28-2006, 11:05 PM

I'm up in a more nothern climate and I've always been told at least 3 days. I had mine done this past summer and the installer also suggested leaving the car outside on hot days would help the process go faster.

doc325i · 10-29-2006, 12:46 AM

You guys are great thanks for the info!
Do you suggest any specific cleaner?
Again thank you to all that responded!
jeff

meruyailir · 10-29-2006, 01:51 AM

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Originally Posted by doc325i

You guys are great thanks for the info!
Do you suggest any specific cleaner?
Again thank you to all that responded!
jeff

I assume cleaning the inside of the window, i.e. directly on the tint film? I just use a slightly damp microfiber (water damped that is).

Yvette · 10-29-2006, 02:43 AM

longer the better

Lucid4000 · 10-29-2006, 10:04 AM

Should wait about 2 weeks before cleaning the tint. And if you do you can buy a window cleaner that won't damage tint. Found at any parts store. Also just for some extra help. Keep the rear defrost on it helps make a better bond on the rear window. Remember thats a huge pieces back there you want a good bond.

LTO · 10-29-2006, 10:59 PM

i was told to wait 3 days to roll down my windows. then the first time i roll them down to spray some water in the channel and roll the windows all the way down and up. and to wait 10 days before cleaning them. and not to use any ammonia based window cleaners or abrasives.

T-MC-G · 10-30-2006, 09:31 AM

yeah, don't use regular window cleaner, the correct cleaner to use depends on the specific manuf. of tint you got. Either call the tinting place and ask what they would use, or just use a damp cloth.

txusa03 · 10-30-2006, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by meruyailir

I assume cleaning the inside of the window, i.e. directly on the tint film? I just use a slightly damp microfiber (water damped that is).

yup, damp cloth towel with plain water. Do not use windex or any other chemical to clean the tint. The chemical will react to the tint and discolor it over time. That is what I heard 6 years ago when I got my first tint.

Kyoshi71 · 10-31-2006, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by doc325i

You guys are great thanks for the info!
Do you suggest any specific cleaner?
Again thank you to all that responded!
jeff

Actually, you can use any glass cleaner that doesnt contain ammonia. Eagle 1 glass cleaner works rather well. By using a cleaner that contains ammonia, the windows will usually turn purple looking with time.

txusa03 · 10-31-2006, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Kyoshi71

Actually, you can use any glass cleaner that doesnt contain ammonia. Eagle 1 glass cleaner works rather well. By using a cleaner that contains ammonia, the windows will usually turn purple looking with time.

what he said...so i left out the very key word ammonia...

darkcloud · 10-31-2006, 04:29 PM

I use stoners invisible glass on my tint and never had a problem so far. The can even says its tint safe.

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doc325i New Member 0 Rep 26 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Midwest iTrader: (0)	You guys are great thanks for the info! Do you suggest any specific cleaner? Again thank you to all that responded! jeff
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