Date:         Thu, 17 Mar 2005 14:10:52 -0700
Reply-To:     jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
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From:         jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
Subject:      Re: Removing Window Film
Comments: To: John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET>
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On 3/17/05 12:12, "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER.NET> wrote:

> Jeff,
> 
> Window tint is adherred to the glass with a very thin layer of glue. You
> might try simply dry stripping the tint from the glass. Works sometimes,
> sometimes doesn't. If not, then with a razor - careful! you can scratch
> the glass really easy - make a slice throught the tint, work the edge up
> with the razor, then use a sponge with warm soapy water and work it
> along the edge as the tint is peeled back. The warm soapy water should
> soften the glue as you go. After you are done, and with the window wet,
> use the razor blade to scrape the remaining glue from the glass. There
> are some good razor blade holders out there. Work with the blade at a
> low angle.
> 
> Good Luck,
> 
> Regards,
> 
> John Rodgers
> 88 GL Driver
> 
> Jeffrey Schwaia wrote:
> 
>> Anyone know of a good way to remove the window film used to tint windows?
>> I've found a few methods on the web, but I'm looking for some first hand
>> experience.
>> 
>> Cheers,
>> 
>> Jeff


Most tinting products have "do not use ammonia cleaners" on their packaging.
Then you read the remover product and one of the ingredients is "ammonia".

Try some ammonia cleaner to soften it up and then hit the razors.

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