Tint stops chips?

Chrisrw · 03-11-2010, 02:51 PM

So my windshield is pitted like crazy due to my new route to and from work, I already and two chips and a crack and it's only been like 3 months. If i lightly tint the windshield will that stop it from chipping (With the covering holding it together)? Anyone know...? And anyone have pic of a lightly tinted windshield?

sleepyx637 · 03-11-2010, 02:52 PM

...tint is placed on the INSIDE of your windshield. So no, it won't help.

burberry · 03-11-2010, 02:56 PM

what are the dangers of a chipped windshield?

twinturboa51 · 03-11-2010, 05:25 PM

you could probably apply a venture shield type product....but i doubt window film is going to look good after a few decent sized rocks hit it

runrider · 03-11-2010, 08:29 PM

If your route has lots of loose gravel, give some extra space between you and the guy in front of you. You might get cut off more, but the 5 minutes every day it costs you will save your paint & glass bigtime.

REDBULL · 03-11-2010, 08:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleepyx637

...tint is placed on the INSIDE of your windshield. So no, it won't help.

very true..

your insurance should cover your windshield if it cracks or chips severely.

Craig@SupremePower · 03-12-2010, 01:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleepyx637

...tint is placed on the INSIDE of your windshield. So no, it won't help.

what he said...

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sleepyx637 Captain 19 Rep 952 Posts Drives: '09 E92 335i Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: LA iTrader: (0)	...tint is placed on the INSIDE of your windshield. So no, it won't help.
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twinturboa51 Captain 20 Rep 637 Posts Drives: Mineral Grey F80 M3 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	you could probably apply a venture shield type product....but i doubt window film is going to look good after a few decent sized rocks hit it __________________
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runrider I pretend to be smart. 20 Rep 237 Posts Drives: '06 325i 6MT 39k Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Central NJ iTrader: (0)	If your route has lots of loose gravel, give some extra space between you and the guy in front of you. You might get cut off more, but the 5 minutes every day it costs you will save your paint & glass bigtime.
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