I did my model S windows before this. Tricked it myself and actually got a decent result! But forgot to shrink it.. so that's where I went wrong. Got hair lines on the bottom edges and the tint was difficult to cut Exactly on the edge of the glass. This vid helped me rethink this
It takes some practice! Might have to go through several tries before getting it just right. You got this! Also, definitely don't do it outside. You'll get so much debris trapped under the film that way
When you bring everything down at the end does it hurt the car to get the solution on the inside of the door? It wouldn’t damage any of the electrical parts?
Dang it, the one part I was here for you didn’t talk about. I was able to ‘untrick’ the front 2 windows but the rear window have given me a hard time. Absolutely can’t untrick
Great work! Could you also do a video of tinting the Model 3's rear window (1-piece)? I'm struggling with this the most as the glass is quite large and I can't seem to shrink it properly without any creases or burning the film. Thanks!
Sure. I can add that to our video list. I've had my share of throwing away bunch of film :D but my tip is to go get a heat gun that doesn't over heat too much as you heat. What happens is that it may be too hot and it can end up creasing the film. The key is to go slow. The other tip is to make sure you do a "i" pattern or sideways "H" and then to make sure you split those fingers evenly. That will ensure that each side is easier to shrink. Hope that helps and practice makes perfect! Good luck!
@@tesbros Thanks for the tips! I've switched to using the I-pattern as well and it seems to work better for me too. But still get those creases that pop up when I get closer to the edge so I'll have to pull my heat gun further away. I'll keep at it!
Once you are done tinting and about to drive the vehicle outside for visual inspection, how do you handle the windows? Since they are propped up and closing the door will cause damage
After I'm done and visual inspecting, I heat it with a heat gun from the outside to activate and speed up the process. Then, I'll give it some extra time and then release the windows by pushing the button and it'll go back down. Then, I can close the doors and bring it outside. And for the customer I put a sticker indicating NOT to repeatedly bring the windows down for 3-5 days.
Thank you for this video. I'm going to try it on my Model S. I will also tint my driver and passenger window later and I wonder how to tint the tiny small window in the corner. Do you have tips because from the outside there is no room.
There’s enough space for me when I did it, but I use the triangle tool (like this: www.amazon.com/Zanch-Triangle-Installation-Application-Wallpaper/dp/B099FB3BRF) and a small squeegee. That way I can be more nimble.
Is the process similar for adding a 2nd layer of tint on already tinted windows? Mine are tinted with ceramic but considering a 2nd layer to make them darker.
Yes, but I would recommend removing the tint and applying a darker shade instead. Doubling them up can cause adhesion issues, bubbling, and/or an uneven appearance - even reduced clarity. Totally up to you, but it typically won't look as clean if you double them up.
I’m in Middle TN. How would I go about purchasing this tint? I have tried the 3M website, but it wants me to find an installer/ distributor, and I am not seeing anything close to me.
Unfortunately, it's not typically available for consumers to purchase. We carry 3M Ceramic IR and Crystalline series at our TESBROS wrap shop in Chattanooga, TN, if you're interested in having it installed. You can get a quote here if so: wrapstudio.tesbros.com/
Quick question I did my model x front window and let it dry for a day but still when I get in because the windows move the tint gets f up first it was on the bottom I redit it and now it starts on the top because it touches something
@@tesbros yes. But when I'm done it looks great let it rest for a day in the garage. But then the day after When just entering the car I hear the tint moving on the bottom, because it didn't stick right. The glue didn't work or something. Then I did it again for the second time and now it's all good. But then the problem started on the right window where it got unstuck on the top. So now I did it again as well and now I hope it works. Problem is here in Belgium the is nowhere to be seen so I can't let it rest in the sun 😂
@@dukenukem6636 sorry you’re having so many issues with it! Are you able to let it dry at room temp? That could make a difference on the adherence if it’s too cold. I hope this one works for ya 🤞🏻
@@tesbros my garage is like around 15°c so( 59 F) so not warm but also not cold after the application I'm using an hair dryer for like 10min to warm it up a bit. Not wanted to use a heat gun for 10 minutes straight afaid to do damage om the glass. But when applying the tint I do use the heat gun.
Some Tesla employees have said they wouldnt tint the windshield because there is concern about messing up sensors on the windshield and/or a lot of electrical. Other employees have their windshields tinted and say its fine. What does TESBROS say! Because I really want to do it, but not if there are any drawbacks in the future
You can tint it, but do your research and trust that installer first. Make sure they have plenty of experience working on Teslas, because there is concern about water getting into sensitive areas while tinting. This goes for the rear windshield too.
Could you tint only the side windows using a standard non-ceramic tint, and leave the front and back windows untouched? Would this work and is it worth it?
You showed how to trick the tesla in thinking the door is closed by extending the window, but when your done tinting how do you retract the window to how it was before extending it?
Nice job! How can I get in touch to make an appointment to have my model 3 tinted. My delivery is October-November and I have used the info link on your website but I have not gotten a response.
Hi Billy, unfortunately we aren't booking any appointments at the moment. Here is the link to join our list to be contacted once the wrap shop opens back up: wrapstudio.tesbros.com/#booking
Hi, sorry for the late reply. It's not an exact formula. It's more about what you're comfortable working with, and how fast you are/how much experience you have. I would start with 5 drops of baby shampoo or dish soap (like 7th gen with no additives) in a one quart spray bottle. If the tint is sliding off the window, you'll know you have too much soap, and if the tint is sticking and not sliding enough, you need more soap. Eventually, you'll get the right amount for you. And remember that it can change slightly with temp and type of soap - even type of tint.
Both great options! Ceramic will typically be darker and easier to install (cheaper) than crystalline. Crystalline is known for being a really thin tint with a lighter shade, yet it still blocks the same amount of UV rays as other tints that are the same %. Some people put crystalline on their windshield for that reason. So, both great options. I would decide based on if you care about the privacy of a darker tint or cost. Here is 3M Crystalline specs: www.3m.com/3M/en_US/p/d/b00016683/ and 3M Ceramic specs: www.3m.com/3M/en_US/p/d/b5005118130/ that might help with comparison.
Open the door and use a screw driver to push in the latch, tricking it into thinking it's closed. You'll know it worked if the window rolled up. Be careful with your windows like this! If you try to close the door with it tricked, the glass will hit the trim around the edge of the door and get scratched or worse.
My installer left around 3mm tint free edges so gasket doesn't pull off tint when window moves up and down during door opening. I saw some people shave edges for much better look. Can you show how to shave edges so it's not edgeless install?
Should we sell a DIY window tinting kit for Teslas?
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I did my model S windows before this.
Tricked it myself and actually got a decent result!
But forgot to shrink it.. so that's where I went wrong. Got hair lines on the bottom edges and the tint was difficult to cut Exactly on the edge of the glass.
This vid helped me rethink this
Also it was windy af so the transfer was HARDDD TO DO ON MY OWN ffs
It takes some practice! Might have to go through several tries before getting it just right. You got this! Also, definitely don't do it outside. You'll get so much debris trapped under the film that way
When you bring everything down at the end does it hurt the car to get the solution on the inside of the door? It wouldn’t damage any of the electrical parts?
No, all good there. You’ll have to be careful when tinting the front or rear windshield though
I would’ve preferred my interior and buttons covered before rather than having cleaned and dried after for sure!!! My recommendation as a client …😅
Dang it, the one part I was here for you didn’t talk about. I was able to ‘untrick’ the front 2 windows but the rear window have given me a hard time. Absolutely can’t untrick
just push the open door button 🤔
Just pull the handle..
Great work! Could you also do a video of tinting the Model 3's rear window (1-piece)? I'm struggling with this the most as the glass is quite large and I can't seem to shrink it properly without any creases or burning the film. Thanks!
Sure. I can add that to our video list. I've had my share of throwing away bunch of film :D but my tip is to go get a heat gun that doesn't over heat too much as you heat. What happens is that it may be too hot and it can end up creasing the film. The key is to go slow. The other tip is to make sure you do a "i" pattern or sideways "H" and then to make sure you split those fingers evenly. That will ensure that each side is easier to shrink. Hope that helps and practice makes perfect! Good luck!
@@tesbros Thanks for the tips! I've switched to using the I-pattern as well and it seems to work better for me too. But still get those creases that pop up when I get closer to the edge so I'll have to pull my heat gun further away. I'll keep at it!
Once you are done tinting and about to drive the vehicle outside for visual inspection, how do you handle the windows? Since they are propped up and closing the door will cause damage
After I'm done and visual inspecting, I heat it with a heat gun from the outside to activate and speed up the process. Then, I'll give it some extra time and then release the windows by pushing the button and it'll go back down. Then, I can close the doors and bring it outside. And for the customer I put a sticker indicating NOT to repeatedly bring the windows down for 3-5 days.
@@tesbros how to you push the button to make window go back down before closing it without damaging the window and the trim
Cool ! Question: So what happens if I don't "shrink" it on front of the glass first, and apply it directly to the inside or the glass panel ?
You will have wrinkles and you can still technically shrink it after but it tends to be more tedious that way and cause permanent creases.
@@tesbros: Cool ! Thank you !
I was wondering how this was gonna be completed. Im getting front tint tomorrow.
Thank you for this video. I'm going to try it on my Model S. I will also tint my driver and passenger window later and I wonder how to tint the tiny small window in the corner. Do you have tips because from the outside there is no room.
There’s enough space for me when I did it, but I use the triangle tool (like this: www.amazon.com/Zanch-Triangle-Installation-Application-Wallpaper/dp/B099FB3BRF) and a small squeegee. That way I can be more nimble.
How to cut the correct size for each window?
Thank you by the way been watching most of ur teaching videos
This is computer cut using a software. Usually tint companies will have access to patterns.
What about all that liquid being squished inside the door? Wouldn't it affect the electronics, cause corrosion etc?
No, it’s not much and never had any issues. Gotta be more careful around the windshields
How did you undo the trick the car is locked so glass went down to normal position?
Just simply put the lever down two steps and the window will go back
Is the process similar for adding a 2nd layer of tint on already tinted windows? Mine are tinted with ceramic but considering a 2nd layer to make them darker.
Yes, but I would recommend removing the tint and applying a darker shade instead. Doubling them up can cause adhesion issues, bubbling, and/or an uneven appearance - even reduced clarity. Totally up to you, but it typically won't look as clean if you double them up.
I’m in Middle TN. How would I go about purchasing this tint?
I have tried the 3M website, but it wants me to find an installer/ distributor, and I am not seeing anything close to me.
Unfortunately, it's not typically available for consumers to purchase. We carry 3M Ceramic IR and Crystalline series at our TESBROS wrap shop in Chattanooga, TN, if you're interested in having it installed. You can get a quote here if so: wrapstudio.tesbros.com/
Great video! Can you provide links for squeeges you are using? Thanks!
This is a good starter kit! www.amazon.com/Application-Vehicle-Including-Squeegee-Scraper/dp/B07GN3PVJM/ref=asc_df_B07GN3PVJM/
Quick question I did my model x front window and let it dry for a day but still when I get in because the windows move the tint gets f up first it was on the bottom I redit it and now it starts on the top because it touches something
Did you trick the window where it stays in highest upward position while tinting and drying?
@@tesbros yes. But when I'm done it looks great let it rest for a day in the garage. But then the day after When just entering the car I hear the tint moving on the bottom, because it didn't stick right. The glue didn't work or something. Then I did it again for the second time and now it's all good. But then the problem started on the right window where it got unstuck on the top. So now I did it again as well and now I hope it works. Problem is here in Belgium the is nowhere to be seen so I can't let it rest in the sun 😂
@@dukenukem6636 sorry you’re having so many issues with it! Are you able to let it dry at room temp? That could make a difference on the adherence if it’s too cold. I hope this one works for ya 🤞🏻
@@tesbros my garage is like around 15°c so( 59 F) so not warm but also not cold after the application I'm using an hair dryer for like 10min to warm it up a bit. Not wanted to use a heat gun for 10 minutes straight afaid to do damage om the glass.
But when applying the tint I do use the heat gun.
Some Tesla employees have said they wouldnt tint the windshield because there is concern about messing up sensors on the windshield and/or a lot of electrical. Other employees have their windshields tinted and say its fine. What does TESBROS say! Because I really want to do it, but not if there are any drawbacks in the future
You can tint it, but do your research and trust that installer first. Make sure they have plenty of experience working on Teslas, because there is concern about water getting into sensitive areas while tinting. This goes for the rear windshield too.
Could you tint only the side windows using a standard non-ceramic tint, and leave the front and back windows untouched? Would this work and is it worth it?
yes! you can choose what to tint, and a lot of people only do the side windows
You showed how to trick the tesla in thinking the door is closed by extending the window, but when your done tinting how do you retract the window to how it was before extending it?
@@davidthompson4683 push the button and it’ll go back.
Nice job! How can I get in touch to make an appointment to have my model 3 tinted. My delivery is October-November and I have used the info link on your website but I have not gotten a response.
Hi Billy, unfortunately we aren't booking any appointments at the moment. Here is the link to join our list to be contacted once the wrap shop opens back up: wrapstudio.tesbros.com/#booking
Hey, could you give me the formula for the slip solution 😅. Thank you
Hi, sorry for the late reply. It's not an exact formula. It's more about what you're comfortable working with, and how fast you are/how much experience you have. I would start with 5 drops of baby shampoo or dish soap (like 7th gen with no additives) in a one quart spray bottle. If the tint is sliding off the window, you'll know you have too much soap, and if the tint is sticking and not sliding enough, you need more soap. Eventually, you'll get the right amount for you. And remember that it can change slightly with temp and type of soap - even type of tint.
whats the best tint on the market currently? Some people say ceramic and some people say crystalline.
Both great options! Ceramic will typically be darker and easier to install (cheaper) than crystalline. Crystalline is known for being a really thin tint with a lighter shade, yet it still blocks the same amount of UV rays as other tints that are the same %. Some people put crystalline on their windshield for that reason. So, both great options. I would decide based on if you care about the privacy of a darker tint or cost. Here is 3M Crystalline specs: www.3m.com/3M/en_US/p/d/b00016683/ and 3M Ceramic specs: www.3m.com/3M/en_US/p/d/b5005118130/ that might help with comparison.
Thank you for the great video. Do you need to remove the factory tint before tinting?
what did you do to trick the Tesla that the car is locked
Open the door and use a screw driver to push in the latch, tricking it into thinking it's closed. You'll know it worked if the window rolled up. Be careful with your windows like this! If you try to close the door with it tricked, the glass will hit the trim around the edge of the door and get scratched or worse.
@@tesbros how do you close it back up?
@@dianaruggiero11did you manage to close it? How do you close it?
@@tesbroshow do you close it?
My installer left around 3mm tint free edges so gasket doesn't pull off tint when window moves up and down during door opening. I saw some people shave edges for much better look. Can you show how to shave edges so it's not edgeless install?
Sure. It’s an art but main thing is to make sure it’s completely dry before shaving. Common mistake i see is they do it too soon.
Great job
For tesla , it's somewhat more difficult to tint the front windows so this is not what I am looking for.
Got a specific question about the front I can help with?
@@tesbros Yes please make another video about how to tint the front
*cries in nys tint laws*
😂 hang in there