Hey id lije to tint my convertible windows. I have the hard plastic rear. Is it ok to tint it? Just wondering from people who have done this. Thanks!

 

The only real way to tint a plastic back window is using that spray stuff people use on tail lights. Probably won't look good though. Most tint shops won't tint plastic windows because the film won't have the same effect as on glass windows. For example the expansion contraction of heat and cold will be different then the tint, the window may get folded, etc all these issue can cause the tint to form bubbles, get creased or have the glue pop. Best thing is to wait till you replace the top with a glass rear window, then have it tinted.

 

I wanted to tint my plastic window too, but was told that it will fall right off of the the window after a few days.

 

I would be afraid to do that, especially if the window tinting is not compatible with the rear window. Some plastics do not like other plastics, I have seen one plastic actually deteriorate another plastic because as it gasses out, the fumes from one attack the other.

John

 

has anyone ever tried the vinyl cling for glass.I thought about getting a piece but never got around to trying it.

 

I had the factory worn plastic window replaced with a tinted plastic one. it looked nice but I could hardly see threw it, and since it was thinner, it didn't last long... If you really want to have your rear window tinted, get the top with the window glass and then you can tint it!

 

i second that. i went with the glass window. Ill never go back to the plastic

 

You have info on converting to glass? Im thinkin of trying and just starting to gather info

 

i think he meant he replaced his top with one with a glass window.

 

Tops arent made with glass windows for third gens. So i imagine it was converted like others ive seen.

 

not true.http://topsonline.com/model/Converti...hird_Gen).html

 

Thanks for that link. I already have a new robbins top recently installed. Im looking to convert to glass like i have seen on here.

 

Hey this is exactly where I got mine in 2004 and it still look mint! The glass window is a bit shorter than the plastic one but again, it will last you for decades compared to the OE one... If one day I have to change it, I wouldn't hesitate ordering from them again!

 

Good to know. If i csnt some how adapt mine i will have to go that route.

 

I wonder if they just use the same glass as a 4th gen...

 

You can't use plastic window tint on plastic windows (See question 4)

http://www.gilafilms.com/en/Auto-Tint-FAQ.aspx

I plan to re-top mine probably in the spring and I had planned to go with the glass. I know that it's shorter but has anyone had a problem with breaking one when they are putting the top down.

 

I was thinkin the same about a 4th gen glass

 

i got the new top with the glass only way to get it tinted. more fragile but worth it.

 

Looks great

 

Although I do not have a Glass window, I have read that you have to lean the back seat forward to put the top down or up. ( I do this anyway because the top bunches on the seat when I put it down) You then lean the seat back when the top is up or stowed.

 

I believe your right. i remember reading the same thing, but I dont have rear seats anymore, so i cant confirm that. But it does fit nicely between my rear rollbars.

 

That's not a problem as I keep my seats folded down all the time anyway. I've seen too many of them dry rotted at the top by the sun.

 

i do believe the seat does need to fold down a little cause the window seams to fold behind it

 

I have a convertible top with the glass window and you do have to drop the seat only about 5 inches. No need to fold it down all the way.