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Old Jun 12, 2007 | 08:50 AM
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Default Tinting tail lights

I want to tint my tail lights. What percent tint do use to make them dark, but still visible? I've also heard that some companies make kits for this?
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Old Jun 12, 2007 | 10:11 PM
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You should not be using window film at all.

Go get some VHT nightshades


Then sand your lights down using some 220 grit. Then throw on some VHT nice and even on both lights so they look even. After I was done with that I used an assload of clear to add some depth to it. Then wet sanded and polished. Just remember that a little goes a long way with the VHT stuff

parking lights at night

And everything lit up
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Old Jun 13, 2007 | 07:12 AM
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Where do you get that stuff?
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Old Jun 13, 2007 | 10:21 AM
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usually most parts stores. Some places do not carry them.... but any place that sells VHT
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Old Jun 13, 2007 | 10:42 AM
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Lamin-X is an option. They sell all different colors of film. This way, you can remove it at anytime if you decide to go another route. http://lamin-x.com
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Old Jun 13, 2007 | 10:51 AM
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I was gonna use that stuff...but $20 and a little of my time was more affordable
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Old Jun 13, 2007 | 04:28 PM
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have you gotten pulled over for the tinted taillights? any issues getting a sticker?
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Old Jun 13, 2007 | 06:45 PM
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Never been pulled over for it when I had the car. But I did not go crazy with it... during the day... it was just a light tint
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