I am about to get my windows tinted and I have a question about it. I was wondering how many guys have had the strip removed that causes the scratches and how big of a gap it really is when its removed. If someone could post some pics that would be really appreciated.

 

what strip?

 

between the door panel and the window

 

If you bring your car to an experienced tinter there shouldn't be any scratch or gap

 

yeah. I have the smallest, almost hairline gap. It's not even really noticeable.

 

^ are you talking about the gap after removing it or was it trimmed?

 

i'm still not entirely sure what you mean, but i believe the answer is it was trimmed to fit (scored at the top of the window)

 

http://www.tintprotector.com/

 

They usually just remove that strip, I havent heard of anyone trimming it.

 

If you're referring to the strip inside the frame that 'cleans' the glass but etches your tinting, as of 2012 they've added an extra felt layer to the original piece on the inside.

Shouldn't be a problem anymore, afaik.

 

^ Thanks, thats what im going to do and is order the 2012 strip and install in in my 09.