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    Old Window Tint Removal

    I need to remove some old window tint on the back window, but the tint is really old, it is cracked in places and just doesn't look that good. Does anyone know of any good easy ways to remove it without damaging the rear defroster? Thanks

    Beau
    1988 BMW 325iS

    #2
    I had success with the garbage bag method. Put a lot of soapy water on the tint, cover with a black plastic garbage bag, and let it bake on a HOT sunny day. Except for a couple of small areas, mine peeled right off.

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      #3
      tint

      the professional way to do this is to paint a generous amount of AMMONIA on the tint, being careful to cover the rear deck with plastic so it wont drip. Cover with a garbage bag that is cut to the exact size of the window. Let it sit for about a half hour. The shit will practically fall off. WEAR A VENTILATOR or you will fry some brain cells and could be lethal.

      1988 325iC Project - FINISHED!
      Build Thread: http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/show...ht=325iC+paint

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        #4
        Go pick up some window tint remover from WalMart. Works really well; really helps the glue to let go, then just clean with windex. I used it when I bought my car 6 years ago, I think they still sell it there.
        -Brandon
        '86 325es S50
        '12 VW GTI Autobahn DSG
        '03 540i M-Sport (sold)
        '08 Jeep SRT-8 (sold)

        For sale:
        S50 TMS chip for Schricks

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          #5
          amonia works wonders. I just pulled it off in one big sheet after wetting it with ammonia and warming the window with a heat gun from the outside. Left the painted electrodes behind on the glass too.
          Im now E30less.
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            #6
            How I did mine
            Amber Fire Pearlcoat 2000 Dodge Dakota R/T
            Schwarz 1991 BMW 535i [Daily Driver]
            Dark Currant Pearl 1996 Acura Integra GS-R [For Sale]
            Orientblau Metallic 1994 BMW 740i [Sold]
            Alpinweiss 1987 BMW 325iS [Junked]

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              #7
              Thanks for the tips, I appreciate it. :up:

              Beau
              1988 BMW 325iS

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