Window tinting

I just had them done in my gen3 and didn't get the front window strip because I was worried about whatever is up there. It looked tricky and I didn't want to risk it. If somebody on here can confirm yay or nay I'd get it done. I'm sun blind and need all the help I can get.

 

In Ma, state law does not allow any aftermarket tinting on the front window. The other windows are restricted to 35%.

However, that is for visible light. Films can block UV and IR.

I went with the llumar Formulaone, pinnacle series, which uses ceramic for IR. The ceramic is transparent for gps, your electronic keys, and cell phone.

metallized Ir blockers, which do a good job with IR, could reduce all radio signals into the cockpit.

YMMV

 

3M has some non-metal tint you can check out. You can try to see what tint areas might carry 3M brand.

Crystalline Automotive Films - Clear automotive window film for cars, trucks - Crystalline - 3M US

 

That's what I got...

 

I had mine tinted a few days ago. Formulaone Pinnacle series Ceramic. Looks great. I'll post pics soon.

 

Did you get a chance to get some pics?

 

I got windows tinted today and it looks awesome. I went with 18% all the way around and I did get the top strip. They cut around the sensors and did a great job!

 

Here is a pic of the Formulaone Ceramic. 50% on the drivers and passengers Windows. 30% on the rear doors and hatch.

 

Really Nice!

 

Formulaone Pinnacle series Ceramic, 25% all round. Front sides are 3% too dark, but its a Prius not a Naviator with chrome rims.

Floirda law is

• Front Side windows: Must allow more than 28% of light in.
• Back Side windows: Must allow more than 15% of light in.
• Rear Window: Must allow more than 15% of light in.

 

Suntek (carbon I think)
$260

Side windows, and back, nothing on the front

 

I just ended up going to the same small local tint/stereo shop that I've been to 3 times before. All Japanese guys. They know Toyota's! They've been there for 25 years. Have no idea what "brand" the tint is... and it only cost $170. (It lasted 11 years on my old Camry; then I noticed a few bubbles on the back window.) It's good enough. (34% all around.)

 

Check for light gaps on the front quarter glass, seems like alot of tinters cut the film too short.

 

Nice photo composition and I notice you "curbed" your wheels.

 

Picture looks good , a somewhat Japanese theme , whatever that means. Shame about the "rim" scuffs. LOL .

Back on subject got mine tinted $155 all around Inc visor strip. Llumar At c or r 15 version. With gaps.

LG-H901 ?

 

Oopsie. ATC 15 which we got let's in 15% or slightly more I think.

LG-H901 ?

 

Llumar vs 3M ceramic product?

I've always had 3M (and been happy), but the installers around here all seem to be pushing Llumar. My thought had always been Llumar was a cheaper (less effective product). I think they make more profit for Llumar.

Any direct experience?

 

Our Prius Two ECO comes with a tinted glasses from dealer installed.
It only applied to rear windows only.
the California heat wave still penetrates through windshield and front door glasses.