winning_blue

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I have my windows tinted, had it done at a local shop. Can they use that film on taillights as well?? Or do I need to see if they have a special film? If it's a special film what are some reputable brands?

Thanks

Krazed_Rx8

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Ask the shop. As far as I know it won't work.. or atleast not very well. You'd need a special film for the tails.

rx8speeddmon

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The tint used for windows is not thick enough to withstand the weather and wear. That is why the vinyl is nice and thick on the headlight/taillight films.

winning_blue

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any suggestions on what film to get for them?

terch1

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I have 6' of red vinyl tint I can sell you. It would look nasty with the blue. PM me if interested.

dezau

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go rvinyl or lamin-x

winning_blue

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what about this tint off rx8strakes? (ebay) its pre-cut for the tails..

Lil_Gato

I had Lamin-X... It worked great... but was insanely hard for me to get it to stick around the corners of the tail lights.. kept popping up... but they are a good company, sent me a new set when I told them the trouble I was having.

Wiims

try nightshades spray tint. ive used it on my last two cars. works great and alot easier than tint.

MissyK

just get them tinted with paint. i did that to mine. wont look the same if u use the film.

Flashwing

I would not suggest using the spray tint as I've now painted my tail lights twice with it and both times it fades in about 6 to 8 months.

I'd find a local paint shop that can do it for you and have them painted. The finish will look much better and it will last.

Lil_Gato

I did my own lights with a spray... The tint was just too aggrivating after time.
Didnt use paint, used ink and an airbrush... hasnt faded or anything and its been about three years now.

NgoRX8

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I used lamin-x. PITA to do though.

I've always been curious if a very light spray tint could be done evenly and without looking brown. Never been a fan of the black out look.

Chrishoky

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keep in mind tho that a film is much easier to remove if cops give you trouble. Just a thought.. cuz ihave been thinking of doing this to my car

pdxhak

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The paintshop I go to puts a tiny bit of black paint in clear and then sprays the lights.