Tinting options, fastback cuda rear window?

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b5cuda

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Hey all, I'm replacing carpet in my cargo area ('69 cuda fastback) because the color faded badly after 10 years. So I'm thinking this is a good time to tint the rear window. I'm not looking for dark 'limo' look - would be happy with factory A/C glass level (my glass is original, non-tinted type). Mostly looking to limit UV damage and maybe keep car cooler in the summer. I've never done tint, do you guys recommend having it tinted at a shop, or is this a good DIY project?
 
b5cuda said:
Hey all, I'm replacing carpet in my cargo area ('69 cuda fastback) because the color faded badly after 10 years. So I'm thinking this is a good time to tint the rear window. I'm not looking for dark 'limo' look - would be happy with factory A/C glass level (my glass is original, non-tinted type). Mostly looking to limit UV damage and maybe keep car cooler in the summer. I've never done tint, do you guys recommend having it tinted at a shop, or is this a good DIY project?
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I believe the rear glass is already tinted from the factory. Unless you had a/c or ordered tinted glass then the rest of the glass was tinted. With the curvature and size of that glass I'd have a professional squeegee and cut that on. Laying on your back while doing that, I know me personally I'd waste more time just crawling in the back.
 
Thanks for reply! All my glass is non-tinted. After 10 years the black carpet in the cargo area is turning reddish/brown. Floor carpet is fine, so I figure UV coming through the back glass is the issue. I'll get a quote this week on having it tinted, just wondered if it was worth trying to do it myself.
 
I believe you can get a tint that blocks uv light that is damn near clear. Ill see if i can find it.
 
b5cuda said:
Thanks for reply! All my glass is non-tinted. After 10 years the black carpet in the cargo area is turning reddish/brown. Floor carpet is fine, so I figure UV coming through the back glass is the issue. I'll get a quote this week on having it tinted, just wondered if it was worth trying to do it myself.
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Like I said though, the rear cargo glass is tinted on all fastback Barracuda's from the factory regardless of the other glass.
 
Do your research on tinting companies, especially with the curved back glass on the first & second generation Barracudas. The company that tinted my 68 back glass offered a lifetime transferable warranty against lifting & peeling. I sold the car & transferred the warranty to the new owner & it still looks good 20 years later. The tint has faded a bit over the years, but still does it's job of keeping the carpet from fading. I still see the owner once or twice a year at cruise ins.
 
Thanks guys, appreciate the tips! I'll get a quote with guarantee and take it from there.
 
Took my car to a tint shop last year to get the back glass tinted on my car. He told me I wouldn't be happy because of the 52 years of dirt in the gasket. He said the tint would lift on the edges eventuality and it would amplify every scratch so I never did it.
My carpet is fading on the side panels too. Thought about dying them black again.
 
I talked to a local tinter this week, he said he would need to do a bit more cleaning and prep but would guarantee the results for as long as I own the car. Also gave me prices for back and side glass, $300 for carbon based tint, $450 for ceramic. I'm wondering whether ceramic is worth the extra cost?
 
Will do. I want to get another quote as well. Anyone have experience with the carbon versus ceramic type?
 
Here's a quick look at the differences:
Of all the different types of window films available, they typically boil down to the following types. We’ve quickly defined the main differences between these window film materials as well as give you an idea of a “good, better, best” type situation.

  • Dyed Window Tint (Good) – Most economical window tint film. Dyed window tint blocks light rays and absorbs some heat. Ideal solution for those who just want privacy but aren’t concerned about UV light or infrared light rejection.
  • Metalized Window Tint (Better) – Reflects heat using metallic particles in the film. A step up from dyed film, it looks a tad shiny from the outside. The major downside to metalized window film is it can interfere with cell phone and GPS signals.
  • Carbon Window Tint (Better) – A step up from metalized window films, carbon window tint uses carbon particle mixed into the film. This window tint rejects more heat than metalized, without cell signal interference, and it provides a unique matte look.
  • Ceramic Window Tint (Best) – The best results from a window film. Ceramic films use ceramic particles to reject heat, sun glare, and UV rays. This film offers the highest levels of all categories while never sacrificing visibility.
 
Thanks, that's a good summary. I'm curious if people feel like the difference between carbon and ceramic is worth the extra cost?
 
b5cuda said:
Thanks, that's a good summary. I'm curious if people feel like the difference between carbon and ceramic is worth the extra cost?
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Don't forget, these cars when new were daily drivers. Parked outside typically in all sorts of weather. If I were now going to invest in upgrading the cargo area with newer carpet and the car was still going to be kept outside more than garaged I would definitely have the ceramic tint done. If it has a spot in the garage then, I would do the carbon.
 
Thanks guys, good points. Appreciate your input!
 
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