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Old Mar 24, 2010 | 04:38 PM
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Whats up guys?
Just got the windows tinted today (20%) looks great.
Quick question as you are not supposed to roll the windows down for approx 48 hours after the tint is installed is there an issue when opening and closing the door as it rolls the windown up and down a little bit each time?
Old Mar 24, 2010 | 04:50 PM
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no no issue on the windows going up and down, and i was told wait on the windows almost a week just as a precaution
Old Mar 24, 2010 | 05:02 PM
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Depends on many things, but just to be safe since you're new to tint, wait as long as they say.
Old Mar 24, 2010 | 08:50 PM
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2 days is plenty. 3 if it's rainy, etc... Tint actually takes about 30 days to cure/completely dry and bond. The reason for the 2-3 days isn't so you don't tear it off (although I suppose anything is possible). It's to allow the tiny water bubbles (yes, they are there) to have a chance to dry.

If you were to roll em up and down a few times before that happens you run the risk of permanent streaking as the window trim mashes all those little bubbles into long, visible streaks.

So don't worry about the little window up and down that the mustang does. If it was applied properly and a decent brand of tint, you'll have no visible effects from it.
Old Mar 24, 2010 | 10:10 PM
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Thanks guys. I had a reputable shop install and they used 3M tint so I think it should be good.
Old Mar 24, 2010 | 10:16 PM
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i just rolled mine down today, i had it done sat at noon, its the best shop within 40miles. mine looks great.
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