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TACK



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Window Tinting
Been quoted £325 plus vat for everything behind the drivers door (110SW). They need it for 2 days, plus they take all the glass OUT, including the the rears, they have to cut the rubber. Does this sound right?

TACK
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RoddyK05



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Scotland 2004 Defender 90 Td5 SW Yellow
Not had it done myself, but have spoken about it to someone who does that sort of thing. I was told that taking the glass out was the best way to do it, but that obviously puts the price up from a 'rougher' job of just cutting it in place. Price wise I would say that's ok, but not sure about cutting the window rubbers though Shocked
Post #506980 22nd Feb 2016 1:46pm
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camelman



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I got it professionally done on a 110 Utility (i.e. didn't need the rear windows doing) for £160 inc VAT.
Included the top alpine lights.

Windows stayed in, 
Post #506981 22nd Feb 2016 1:49pm
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jomara



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Scotland 2014 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Santorini Black
If I remember correctly I was around £200 for my 110SW from Pentagon. They didn't take the glass out as they've has issues with the rear frames being bonded in. Thumbs Up 2014 110 2.2TDCi XS Station wagon
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Post #506990 22nd Feb 2016 2:09pm
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JOW240725



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United Kingdom 2012 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Orkney Grey
Our 110 has tinted windows and looks much better in my opinion, however... the tint is on the internal face of the glass (rather than actually tinted glass) and has rubbed off is a couple of patches and is scratching 'lightly' when windows go up and down. I assume a retro fit tint will be similar so just wanted to make you aware of the down sides. Must say still very pleased with it, but would just prefer it was in the glass so more robust. Just be careful when you load things that they are not rubbing on the window!

On a side note, can you get tinted windows 'patched up'/repaired?
Post #506991 22nd Feb 2016 2:09pm
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RustyM



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A word of warning Exclamation
Any windows that are tinted fall outside of the JLR warranty, yes that includes water ingress on the alpine windows Exclamation Whistle 90 & Wolf
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Post #506999 22nd Feb 2016 2:40pm
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K9F



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United Kingdom 2008 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Stornoway Grey
^ Or heater element issues from personal experience. Also the reflective properties of the film applied will mean you will virtually see bu99er all through your rear view mirror at night! If you go through life with your head in the sand....all people will see is an ar5e!!

Treat every day as if it is your last....one day you will be right!!
Post #507006 22nd Feb 2016 2:46pm
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Shirty Carpet



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United Kingdom 2015 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Corris Grey
If you are in the south of Essex, I would suggest speaking to Crow windscreens.
I've used them on both of my 110s. They take the glass out and need the car for two days too. I think it' so one to complete the work and one for the glass bonding agent for the sliding rears to cure before driving the car.

There's a guy near Battlesbridge who has a good reputation amongst the Scooby set. Not used him myself, but I think he does it with the windows in and doesn't do the alpine windows - hence me going to Crow.
Post #507131 22nd Feb 2016 9:29pm
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Teegee



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England 2015 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 Landmark LE Montalcino Red
Hi everyone,iv just taken delivery of my Landmark 90 all the rear windows have privacy glass except the rear door,has anyone had the window tinted to match and how much does it effect your vision at night? Thank you for any advice.
Ps I'm loving my defender Rolling with laughter

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Post #509480 1st Mar 2016 8:19am
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CDN38



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There is no reason to cut any rubber seals to remove the windows. I removed all mine, (all the glass from the second row back including the alpine glass) took them to the glass shop, had them tinted and then re-installed.

You do get better quality if you have the glass out of the vehicle.


Click image to enlarge it's a Landrover thing...

my renovation thread:
http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic40792.html
Post #509484 1st Mar 2016 8:34am
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Clemmo



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England 2010 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 HT Stornoway Grey
Had tinted from factory...
but they were never able to provide rear door glass with tint.
Considered a replacement glass then found an excellent film tinter..

Glass out..£35 and it matches the rest perfectly.

I would not have the film on any moving glass

http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic35268-120.html

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Post #509504 1st Mar 2016 9:48am
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Teegee



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England 2015 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 Landmark LE Montalcino Red
Hi Clemmo your defender looks amazing,you've done some serious work there,thanks for the advice on the rear door tint,I think I'm going to have it done Very Happy
Post #509513 1st Mar 2016 10:27am
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Grenadier



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Re: Window Tinting
TACK wrote:
Been quoted £325 plus vat for everything behind the drivers door (110SW). They need it for 2 days, plus they take all the glass OUT, including the the rears, they have to cut the rubber. Does this sound right?

TACK


I'd say it's bang on. Think about it, if you're tinting a window do you want it to stop at the seal or be underneath the seal? It will look more professional, like an actually tinted window, and prevent peeling etc. I am sure those who've had it done with them staying in are just as happy, but for peace of mind, I'd go with the removal option. Given you're in Essex, consider Pentagon (already mentioned on this thread). Excellent service, excellent work, full SW done in a day. They used to be LR's recommended Tinter before it became a factory option so have done loads and 'understand' the intricacies of Defender Windows. Can't ask for better provenance than that. Thumbs Up

http://www.defender2.net/forum/post449446.html#449446 Monsieur Le Grenadier

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Post #509516 1st Mar 2016 10:37am
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Grenadier



Member Since: 23 Jul 2014
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France 2011 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 DCPU Corris Grey
Teegee wrote:
Hi everyone,iv just taken delivery of my Landmark 90 all the rear windows have privacy glass except the rear door,has anyone had the window tinted to match and how much does it effect your vision at night? Thank you for any advice.
Ps I'm loving my defender Rolling with laughter

Click image to enlarge


You will get noticeable bounce back of headlights coming towards you, yet appearing in your rear view mirror. If you get my drift.... Whistle Monsieur Le Grenadier

I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list.....

2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey
Post #509517 1st Mar 2016 10:38am
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Teegee



Member Since: 12 Feb 2016
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England 2015 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 Landmark LE Montalcino Red
Hi Grenadier strangely enough I'm getting something like that now! I was sat behind a car last night and his brake lights appeared in my rear view mirror! Will the window tint stop this or make it worse?
Post #509533 1st Mar 2016 11:45am
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