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Old 05-29-2008, 10:02 PM
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Default Window Tint Shop?

Are there any reputable shops in the area that do window tinting for cars and trucks? My back window has a pretty substantial "bubble" to it and I don't want to chance it on a mediocre shop. (If you screw up trying to tint a back window enough times, all that removing/reapplying of the tint can damage the defrost grid.)
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Old 05-29-2008, 10:30 PM
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Are there any reputable shops in the area that do window tinting for cars and trucks? My back window has a pretty substantial "bubble" to it and I don't want to chance it on a mediocre shop. (If you screw up trying to tint a back window enough times, all that removing/reapplying of the tint can damage the defrost grid.)
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Old 06-01-2008, 09:57 AM
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Not really in the neighborhood, but Sunsational (I think that's the name) in Bridgeport/Norristown did a great job with my old GTI. I sold it to a friend a few years back - it still looks as good as new.
They're next to the ice cream place on 202 as you head into Bridgeport from Norristown. Before the 2nd bridge (which is closed for repair) on the right.
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Old 06-01-2008, 11:14 AM
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Thanks for the recommendation--I'll check them out. Did they tint the car while you waited, or did you drop it off and pick it up later?
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Old 06-01-2008, 01:21 PM
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Default TREK in Springfeild

TREK window tinting in Springfeild is the best. They did several of my cars over the years and I also had them come out and tint the windows in my house (UV Protection). They are affordable, a bit of a drive from here, but well worth it. They are very flexible with scheduling and did mine while I waited since I was coming from a half-hour away!
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Old 06-19-2008, 11:07 AM
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Hey Hppyguy00,

How long did you wait? I have a 2 door sedan I want to get tinted. What do you guys think the cost/time will take?
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Old 06-19-2008, 12:29 PM
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I think I waited about 45 mins and it was under $200 for my last car - 2 door.
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Old 06-19-2008, 07:28 PM
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Shades of Gray window tint is the only place I go...they tint all my vettes ..does the backs in one piece...Guys name there is ryan (theres another guy, but cant remember his name, I always deal with ry)
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Old 06-19-2008, 09:28 PM
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You can try Rapco or BOBOS at Gerantown and hunting Park they are really good. I go there all the time and they also match it up with the other windows (i have a Tahoe and the rear of the car has factory tint)

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