Windshield tint for standard C4 windshield replacement - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

ghlkal · 09-08-2012

"Someday" I need to replace my windshield due to a crack and delam. I can't justify getting the reproduction ZR-1 windshield, so I plan on getting a standard C4 windshield.

I noticed this line on VetteMed's ad
_Windshield has clear tint "AirBlue" to help with heat rejection like stock windshield_

I'd be interested in getting some tint for the windshield.

Andrew, do you have more info on this?

Anyone else have this or something similar?

TIA,

Gary

WARP TEN · 09-10-2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by ghlkal

"Someday" I need to replace my windshield due to a crack and delam. I can't justify getting the reproduction ZR-1 windshield, so I plan on getting a standard C4 windshield.

I noticed this line on VetteMed's ad
_Windshield has clear tint "AirBlue" to help with heat rejection like stock windshield_

I'd be interested in getting some tint for the windshield.

Andrew, do you have more info on this?

Anyone else have this or something similar?

TIA,

Gary

Hi Gary-- If you do get tinting on a regular Corvette widshield, I'll bet you could get the tint person to create a cutout just like the originals. Maybe even get a color that is close to the original. I don't know but maybe the windshield could even be tinted before it goes in the car to make it easier to get it smooth. Just a couple of thoughts.--Bob

tf95ZR1 · 09-10-2012

FWIW & I don't really know:

Is it legal to tint your windshield?
I know front and side window tints
are now OK here in wonderful Calif. ,
but I thought not the windshield.
On the other hand, just like exhaust/
headers/etc., BFD.

VetteMed · 09-10-2012

The manufacturer is Llumar, any authorized dealer tint shop should be capable of a correct installation. Very unlikely to be detected by police as it's very light in color.

ZZZZZR1 · 09-10-2012

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Originally Posted by VetteMed

The manufacturer is Llumar, any authorized dealer tint shop should be capable of a correct installation. Very unlikely to be detected by police as it's very light in color.

Thanks for posting! We should have it in the "SOLUTIONS" section.

ghlkal · 09-10-2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by WARP TEN

I'll bet you could get the tint person to create a cutout just like the originals. Maybe even get a color that is close to the original.

Bob, I was thinking the same thing ...

tf, I agree that tinting the windshield is potentially a problem with the "tint police," but I just want a slight tint which hopefully isn't that noticable

ghlkal · 09-10-2012

Quote:

Originally Posted by VetteMed

The manufacturer is Llumar, any authorized dealer tint shop should be capable of a correct installation. Very unlikely to be detected by police as it's very light in color.

Here's the link to llumar's "windscreen" tint
http://www.llumar.com/en/AutoWindscreen.aspx

Sometime I'll contact one of their recommended installers and get some more information.

Paul in VA · 09-11-2012

If the tint were between the two pieces of glass, this would be perfect. I know here in virginia, the inspectors are quite happy to use their razor blades getting your old stickers off; which would destroy the tint....

USAFPILOT · 09-11-2012

that and window tint on the front windshield is illegal. The always try to not pass me until I tell them it is from the factory that way.

09-08-2012	#1
ghlkal Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 887	Windshield tint for standard C4 windshield replacement "Someday" I need to replace my windshield due to a crack and delam. I can't justify getting the reproduction ZR-1 windshield, so I plan on getting a standard C4 windshield. I noticed this line on VetteMed's ad _Windshield has clear tint "AirBlue" to help with heat rejection like stock windshield_ I'd be interested in getting some tint for the windshield. Andrew, do you have more info on this? Anyone else have this or something similar? TIA, Gary

09-10-2012	#3
tf95ZR1 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Northridge, CA Posts: 1,461	Re: Windshield tint for standard C4 windshield replacement FWIW & I don't really know: Is it legal to tint your windshield? I know front and side window tints are now OK here in wonderful Calif. , but I thought not the windshield. On the other hand, just like exhaust/ headers/etc., BFD.

09-10-2012	#4
VetteMed Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 1,828	Re: Windshield tint for standard C4 windshield replacement The manufacturer is Llumar, any authorized dealer tint shop should be capable of a correct installation. Very unlikely to be detected by police as it's very light in color. __________________ 2004 Z06/Z16 LeMans Commemorative Edition 1991 ZR-1 #302 White/Gray (sold) 1991 ZR-1 #1147 Red/Saddle (sold)

09-11-2012	#8
Paul in VA Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Sterling, VA Posts: 147	Re: Windshield tint for standard C4 windshield replacement If the tint were between the two pieces of glass, this would be perfect. I know here in virginia, the inspectors are quite happy to use their razor blades getting your old stickers off; which would destroy the tint.... __________________ Thanks ... Paul (Paul in VA) WAZOO Member

09-11-2012	#9
USAFPILOT Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Spring TX Posts: 1,348	Re: Windshield tint for standard C4 windshield replacement that and window tint on the front windshield is illegal. The always try to not pass me until I tell them it is from the factory that way. __________________ 1994 #293 ZR-1 Stainless Works Long Tube Headers, B&B catback w/ X-Pipe, 18" Shelby Series One Wheels, SLP CAI.