Right I am removing the boy racer tints on the rangie as they are just pathetic before she goes to pentagon (professional tinters) to get them reapplied properly. Now I need some advice as to what is the best way to remove them from the rear window ans the side windows that have the heating elements!!! I know if I just peel them off it will ruin the elements. I was thinking of using a hot air gun and some very soapy solution and just soaking and heating them off does anyone have any better ideas or know of ant products i can use! Many thanks in advance. Ronnie
I would let them remove the tint (they are usually very good at it) If you are adamant that you want to remove it yourself- When old window tint starts to bubble, the glass looks like it has light splotches disbursed over dark tint, this occurs when the tint's adhesive eventually dries out, at which point bubbles start to appear. The typical warranty on window film is two years against cracking, bubbling or delaminating. You may be tempted to try to repair the damage, but one bubble indicates that the glue is nearing the end of its life cycle. Instead, remove all of the film. This will save time and money whether or not you intend to re-tint the glass yourself or take it to a shop. No special tools or talent are necessary to remove old window film. All you need are a few common items and a sunny day. This applies to all tinted windows, particularly ones that have defroster lines, which can be damaged by razor blades. As such, heat and chemicals are the best ways to proceed on this type of glass. This rear-windshield job took about an hour and a half. Methodology •Old tint can be removed with fairly common items, including black rubbish bags, Isopropyl Alcohol, steel wool and a razor blade or knife. •Spray the window's exterior with soapy water, cover it with a black trash bag, smooth the plastic flat, and then trim the bag to fit the glass. This will absorb heat, which makes the film expand so that both layers will peel off together. •Inside, protect any close-by upholstered surfaces, and then spray the window film with undiluted Isopropyl Alcohol, ensure that the spray reaches all the way to the edge. •Trap the Isopropyl Alcohol against the tint with another trash bag or, for small windows, plastic wrap. Then let the window bake in the sun for about an hour to soften the tint's adhesive. •Lift a corner of the film with a fingernail or, failing that, a razor blade. Be careful not to nick the defroster lines. The film should peel off in whole pieces; keep the tint moist with ammonia as you strip. Use a razor blade to scrape off any tint that didn't peel. •Remove glue residue with 3M General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner (PN 08984) and 0000 (Super Fine) steel wool, wiping with paper towel as you go •Finish by removing the exterior trash bag and cleaning both sides of the window with glass cleaner. Information resource- Tindude.com Ric Wellman 2004
I personaly have never removed tint but I have seen tint removed and it's quite a pain to remove. Ronnie if you go a head and remove the tint please let us know how it goes...and best of luck.
A good steamer... I've tried removing tint from a few vehicles in various manner and the only way I'd do it again is with a steamer. I stripped the tint off of my old neon in less than 30 minutes with a steamer. Heat it, then start pulling slowly, it will pull the adhesive and all in one shot.
im interested also... mine looks like its stuck there and really oxidized.. ill prolly have to try the steam.. which steam machine do you have JSHILLIN?
My windows are tinted but the one on the driver's side is starting to peel...I didn't get it tinted where I am locally...what can I do so that it'd still look good?
