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Posted by: fuelrat Sep 20 2010, 10:22 PM

QUOTE (AnAverageJoey @ Sep 20 2010, 07:45 PM)

how do i justify the 300 dollars extra for new tires for 1 inch of rim... (serious question, and if im gonna have to get new tires should i go for 17s)

and also is doing a self window tint logical in any way.

Home tint job is easy enough if you take your time.
I tinted the windows on my HD but I had to take it off because it was too dark. Or at least that's what the nice LEO told me. Lol. Make sure your glass is really, really clean. When you think it's clean enough, clean it again. I scrubbed mine 5-6 times. Any fingerprints etc. will show on the outside once the film is in place. ALWAYS use a lint free cloth. Any fine lint/dust particles under the film will look like huge bubbles when you are done. Gila brand films are decent and are sold at AutoZone. They also have a install kit that comes with an instructional video on a disc you can throw in the computer. If you are unsure of the proper steps, I highly recommend checking it out. Each roll will cover two windows. They make a rear window kit that is a long roll if 6" film so it can be done in steps. Trust me, you don't want the PITA of trying to heat shape/shrink a large sheet to fit the rear glass.... Get the 6" roll. It turns out pretty nice. Again just take the time to do it right and it will last.