Ceramic Tint
 

Is ceramic tint worth the extra 100-150 price tag? I was looking at Formula One pinnacle series and wanted some input before dropping the cash.


SideNote: Im sure we have threads on this topic but my computer isnt connecting to the internet (wireless card is probably out) and my tablet wont let me click the search function :shakes head:

Ceramic Non Metallic is the way to go to get the best uv protection from a tint without Nav interference.

I've personally used in the past Huper Optik tint, And was very happy with the look, And performance of the tint.

Albeit pricey? YES but you get what you're paying for IMO

Im a firm believer in paying the higher dollar for better quality. I just also know that a lot of things out there are buzzwords and gimmics just to charge more.

Thanks for the input Trip! Do you have it on your Z?

Also i was quoted 360 (thats including the removal of my current tint)

What does that mean???


And Huper Optik is the shít.
But honestly, I have regular in the Z, and it works fine

No, I used to have it on my old bimmer.

I had done a lot of research and in Huper Optik's case? They were at that time the BEST tint available back in 05

I had the tint for 4 years and had no problems and would use that brand again if I were to need tint.

I've heard of Formula One and thats another good brand, But I've got no personal experience with them.

Ive heard crappy metallic tint will interfere with radio (am, fm, satellite) and navigation

Ive actually only heard of Formula One, so ill look into Huper Optiks as well :tup:

Thats why YOU need to make sure it's Non Metallic

Ohhhhhhhhh... I have never heard of that difference, and I have the Nav/Bose and crap, and I have no issues...


What I HAVE heard is that the ceramic will make your clicker distance better

I can't speak in spec but can only advise on what I know from experience, And that is

IF You have a Nav? You are advised NOT to use the metallic version

For the most part I feel Nowadays ceramic non metallic should should be the standard

Lol nice, but i dont think ive ever used my key before :happydance:. Seriously ive pressed the only the alarm button once to scare some guy that walked up my driveway and was walking around it lol

I have Huper Optik 60 on the windshield and 30 on every other window. Had it since I got the car in 2009 and have absolutely no problems whatsoever. Let me know if you guys ever want to come and check it out. :tup:

If you tap on "advanced search" you can use the search function with your tablet. :tiphat:

I might want to do that

What part of the OC are you in?

Would you be able to post up pics of the windshield from the inside and outside POV? I've been thinking about doing that on my windshield.

I'm literally in most parts of SoCal. I live in Irvine, but work near LAX. My gf's house is in Arcadia, but she goes to school in Riverside. So I can be found in any of those locations and anywhere in between! PM me with your number and I will text you to arrange a meet up if any of you guys want to see it in person. I know it might be hard to capture the differences in a picture. :tiphat:

Ceramic is the way to go blocks 100% of the UV and if I remember correctly 65% of the heat.. A buddy of mine has a tint shop locally and he recommends ceramic, it's a bit more expensive depending where you go and connections but well worth it. I'm getting my tint swapped out for ceramic soon.

Huper Optiks makes bolder claims about the heat. I think they claim like 75 or 80%. Real or not it sold me. I have it on my car. Lol

You can feel the difference with keeping the interior cooler with ceramic. These things have great heat rejection. I have it on my other car and it really performs. H Optik is pricey.

If they're charging you a hefty sum on tint removal, you can save money by taking it off yourself. You're in CA so the warm weather works on your side. Let your car sit under the sun for 20 - 30 minutes. Spray water on the inside of the windows and completely cover with brown garbage bag. The bags will cling to the window. Ensure full coverage. Do the same on the outside. Let it sit for 15 - 20 minutes. These will loosen the adhesive. Work one window at a time, remove the bag, and using a blade, peel off from one corner, and once you have enough to grip with you fingers, start peeling the tint off. This process will leave little to no residue.

I did this after a fix it ticket for having tints on the front.

That works very well, I may suggest... A little soap in the water? (I forgot to be honest)

And WalMart sells some half assed kit to take it off for $5-8

If anybody is in So Cal the guy I am thinking about going to charges 40.00 to take existing tint off. Let me know if you want the info :D


Huper Optik vs Formula 1 (based off my google research):

-Formula 1 is darker shade than Huper Optik
-Formula 1 curves better than Huper Optik (apparently Formula 1 is thinner and easier to deal with the dot matrix. Whatever than means...)
-Huper Optik I found a few complaints on "blueing" effect. Formula 1 is found to have a "greying" effect.
-Huper Optik is easier to see out of than Formula 1


Now this is strictly google based searches and peoples opinions/experiences with it. I haven't had any experience with it, but wanted to show my finding in case it helps anyone :tup:

on a side note: I will be going with Formula 1! Thanks to everyone that chimed in with helpful info :D