Tinting problems with the curved rear window

Discussion in 'Prime Accessories and Modifications' started by 1x1, Mar 15, 2018.

Page 1 of 2
  1. 1x1

    1x1 Member

    Joined:
    May 1, 2007
    147
    45
    0
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Prime Plus
    Took my Prime in for a tint job today and after three attempts they weren't able to do the rear window. Each time they tried, the film began to crease in the upper corner. This is very reputable shop that's been in the business for several years - they did a great job on my old Prius 10 years ago. I think this was the first job like this that they've had and they wanted to go off and research it before messing it up again or keeping me there longer.

    Just wondering if anyone else had a similar experience? And what the solution was?

    Thanks!
     
    #1 1x1, Mar 15, 2018
  2. DTS

    DTS Junior Member

    Joined:
    Mar 14, 2018
    21
    6
    0
    Location:
    Bayarea
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Plug-in Advanced
    Either they can do the curve or they cannot. I went to a few places they said, oh prime? Sorry! Where are you located


    Posted via the PriusChat mobile app.
     
    #2 DTS, Mar 15, 2018
  3. Wuzki

    Wuzki Member

    Joined:
    Nov 23, 2017
    101
    34
    1
    Location:
    los angeles
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Prime Premium
    For real? Is this a good price $525 for all 11 windows, using Ilumar ceramics f1 tints ?
     
    #3 Wuzki, Mar 15, 2018
  4. DTS

    DTS Junior Member

    Joined:
    Mar 14, 2018
    21
    6
    0
    Location:
    Bayarea
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Plug-in Advanced
    350 walk in price ...Return customer $250. NorCal 10 windows without windshield

    Posted via the PriusChat mobile app.
     
    #4 DTS, Mar 15, 2018
  5. Wuzki

    Wuzki Member

    Joined:
    Nov 23, 2017
    101
    34
    1
    Location:
    los angeles
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Prime Premium
    Which part of norcal?
     
    #5 Wuzki, Mar 15, 2018
  6. DTS

    DTS Junior Member

    Joined:
    Mar 14, 2018
    21
    6
    0
    Location:
    Bayarea
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Plug-in Advanced
    #6 DTS, Mar 15, 2018
  7. PHV PLS

    PHV PLS Member

    Joined:
    Mar 6, 2018
    157
    81
    0
    Location:
    California
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius PHV
    Model:
    Prime Premium
    I took my car to a tint shop, they did it first try and did it super immiculate with no mistakes or errors. It was a concern to me at first but the guy laughed and said it was easy! :ROFLMAO:
     
    #7 PHV PLS, Mar 15, 2018
  8. 1x1

    1x1 Member

    Joined:
    May 1, 2007
    147
    45
    0
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Prime Plus
    I wonder what the trick is, then, to get it on there without creasing?
     
    #8 1x1, Mar 15, 2018
  9. 1x1

    1x1 Member

    Joined:
    May 1, 2007
    147
    45
    0
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Prime Plus
    Denver, CO
     
    #9 1x1, Mar 15, 2018
  10. Bahn112

    Bahn112 Junior Member

    Joined:
    Mar 12, 2018
    13
    17
    0
    Location:
    Los Angeles
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Prime Premium
    I'm taking mine in to get tinted on Saturday. Hopefully they don't run into any problems!
     
    #10 Bahn112, Mar 15, 2018
  11. DTS

    DTS Junior Member

    Joined:
    Mar 14, 2018
    21
    6
    0
    Location:
    Bayarea
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Plug-in Advanced
    Wait til spring or summer. Wetness and cold will affect the bonding of the film vs your windows.

    Posted via the PriusChat mobile app.
     
    #11 DTS, Mar 15, 2018
    5herw1N likes this.
  12. PHV PLS

    PHV PLS Member

    Joined:
    Mar 6, 2018
    157
    81
    0
    Location:
    California
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius PHV
    Model:
    Prime Premium
    So the guy that I went to, did everything and did the middle last. I got 3M color stable film
     
    #12 PHV PLS, Mar 15, 2018
  13. Wuzki

    Wuzki Member

    Joined:
    Nov 23, 2017
    101
    34
    1
    Location:
    los angeles
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Prime Premium
    Are they using ceramic tints? Because dealer is charging me 270 for all 5 windows for regular tints
     
    #13 Wuzki, Mar 15, 2018
  14. Bahn112

    Bahn112 Junior Member

    Joined:
    Mar 12, 2018
    13
    17
    0
    Location:
    Los Angeles
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Prime Premium
    I was quoted $350 for all windows except windshield w/ Llumar CTX which I believe is ceramic.
     
    #14 Bahn112, Mar 15, 2018
  15. stuyguy

    stuyguy Active Member

    Joined:
    Jun 24, 2012
    168
    134
    0
    Location:
    Lakewood, CO
    Vehicle:
    2024 Prius Prime
    Model:
    XSE
    Pro-Tint on W Colfax in Lakewood did mine
     
    #15 stuyguy, Mar 15, 2018
    1x1 likes this.
  16. Wuzki

    Wuzki Member

    Joined:
    Nov 23, 2017
    101
    34
    1
    Location:
    los angeles
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Prime Premium
    Lucky I didn’t show up for the 550 lol
     
    #16 Wuzki, Mar 15, 2018
  17. padroo

    padroo Senior Member

    Joined:
    Jan 11, 2008
    2,763
    2,251
    13
    Location:
    Chesterton, Indiana Another third world country.
    Vehicle:
    2016 Prius
    Model:
    Four
    Standard Prius was $275 and I thought that was pricey. Don't remember what tint they used. It was done in the middle of November and the clear bra was done at the end of November, I like it. $750.
     
    #17 padroo, Mar 15, 2018
  18. Roy2001

    Roy2001 Active Member

    Joined:
    Apr 1, 2009
    371
    158
    0
    Location:
    Sacramento, CA
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Prime Premium
    Just spent $164 with Solar Guard HP for all windows but the front windshield. Service is great, they tinted the smaller window below rear windshied, and 2 smaller front side windows. All were done in less than one hour. I choose 50% for front side, 20% for rest.

    Premium Quality Glass & Tint in Racho Cordova, Sacramento area.
     
    #18 Roy2001, Mar 16, 2018
    5herw1N likes this.
  19. I'mJp

    I'mJp Senior Member

    Joined:
    Mar 12, 2012
    628
    552
    0
    Location:
    Ma, USA
    Vehicle:
    Other Electric Vehicle
    Model:
    Three
    No problems getting mine tinted.

    I pointed out the back window to the installer, he was able to go into his computer and have the film cut for the specific car.

    Went right on.
     
    #19 I'mJp, Mar 16, 2018
    Diemaster and 5herw1N like this.
  20. citiprius

    citiprius Active Member

    Joined:
    Dec 18, 2006
    241
    238
    51
    Vehicle:
    2018 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Prime Premium
    Found special cutting for the liftgate glass and 2 rear windows on Japaness Amazon for USD$22

     
    #20 citiprius, Mar 16, 2018
(You must log in or sign up to post here.)
Page 1 of 2