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      07-08-2020, 10:23 PM   #45
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In this case I would suggest that you use the small front portion for experimenting.

Start with 40% I have a feeling that you / the family won't be disappointed.

Focus on films with high glare reduction rather than shade.

And to test it out further, see what's their take on the OEM tints on the back. That's your indicator as it's ~20% shade.
When you say OEM tints on the back, do you mean door windows or sunroof?

I'm not going for a dark look or a front/rear window match.
I just want the max heat rejection without going too dark (my night vision isn't great).

So far I plan to do the following (similar to past 4 cars)

FormulaOne Pinnacle 50% on all side and rear/trunk windows.
FormulaOne Air 80% on windshield.
FormulaOne Pinnacle 5% (may change) on both sunroofs.

We don't have many reputable tint shops near us. The one I've been going to for the past 10 years has a good reputation and does a good job. This will be my 6th vehicle that I'm taking to them.
They do mostly FormulaOne (they are a select shop) but also do Huper Optik as well. I had Huper Optik installed on one vehicle and had issues with it getting blurry after a few years and had to get it replaced. I didn't notice too much difference in heat rejection between huper optik and formulaone ceramic tints.
I meant the doors to test out the shade and if it's ok with your family.

You seem to be on the right track with the film, llumar is a well known film making company. I wouldn't do Huper Optik, it's simply over rated and over priced.

As for the shades and matching that's a personal preference.

Don't forget to share the end product pictures once it's completed.

Good luck
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