cmoore1029

OK, so I live in NJ, and all I'm allowed to tint is my hatchback window, and rear window. Not passenger or windshield, which would be nice. ANyways, I'm looking to do it myself, but I'm not sure what to use for the hatchback window.

Obviously, the hatchback window has the defrost heat strips that run across the back on the inside, so I was wondering if I lay the tint over top of that, will the heat effect the tint? or will it cause problems later? just basically will anything go wrong doing that.
I had seen a sight that sold exterior tints and I though maybe I should do that because it would be easier on the outside but i wondered if it would look right.

I also want to tint the taillights, but I'm not sure if i have to get the some sort of special tint for that, or if I have to cut the circle for the reverse lights prior to installing.

If anyone has done their own tinting before, I would greatly appreciate some tips and pics if possible.
And yes, I know there are sights that sell tints precut, but i take pride in knowing I did certain things myself. This way i can only blame myself for poor results.

sddykstr

I mean, there is pride and there is window tinting. Every diy tint I've seen ends up awful. Just get it done, the results will be 100% better I promise. For tail tinting I suggest a couple of bottles of VHT Niteshade and clearcoat. There's a thread on how to.

Daskid

I would go for 5% all around. Even the 2 front windows and windshield. But of course we all know it'll be a magnet for fix-it tickets.

Nick06tC

For the amount of time and effort and heartache, PAY TO GET IT DONE. It will cost you around $150-$200 to have it done with warranty.
I imagine you will pay $50 for the tint to do it yourself, and it PROBABLY wont turn out well.

ScottTc13

Pay and get it done. You'll probably be sorry that embarked on that journey and then eventually end up paying some it to do it anyway. Or, 100% tint with a can of Gloss Black Krylon might be cool.

sddykstr

I paid 120 for 35% all around with 3M and a lifetime guarantee

Ragingbull78

I am a professional window tinter, and i would suggest to pay to have it done. All window tint applications have to go on the inside to the windows, and to answer one of ur questions, it will not effect the defroster what-so-ever. Furthermore, you need to shrink the film to the shape of the window, and shrinking a back window is not something for first timers, it took me at least 7 months to get used to doing back windows without screwing up. None of the windows on the tC are flat, they all have a slight curve to them and the rear is bubbled out. Unless you plan on doing it in 2 -3 pieces, and making it look cheesy, get it done professionally, most stores (If you call around) will do the back window in 1 piece, i do at least.

All in all, get it done professionally, it would look much better and you would like the turn out better