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911medic · 03-21-2013, 07:17 AM

So the '12 owners manual states:

"Notice: Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting with metallic film. The metallic film in some tinting materials will interfere with or distort the incoming radio reception. Any damage caused to your backglass antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by the vehicle warranty."

I'm a tint noob, but I thought metallic tints were the better quality tints that don't turn purple over time. Anyone have issues with their antenna and their window tint?

BlueSteele · 03-21-2013, 08:02 AM

Nope. I had a 2002 Cadillac Seville with mirror (metallic) tint and it did not interfere with my radio reception at all during the 5 years I owned it(and yes, the FM antenna was in the back glass). I am actually getting the Camaro mirror tinted tomorrow so I will let you know how the Camaro handles it.

And also, who listens to commercials, I mean...radio, anyway?

Secret Squirrel · 03-21-2013, 08:48 AM

I've heard people on both sides of the fence on this one. Some will say they put metallic tint on and it completely ruined their reception, others will say it had no effect. I have metallic tint and have on several cars with absolutely no change in radio reception.

LnLSS · 03-21-2013, 10:04 AM

Just go with ceramic if you are worried. You get a lifetime warranty with that kind of tint anyways.

babytiger · 03-21-2013, 10:07 AM

the metallic film interferes mostly with AM reception. so if you plan on going to the dealer and complaining about not picking up am then avoid that.
ceramic is THE way to go for ting. superior film, superior heat protection etc.
let us know how it goes.

solteroblues · 03-21-2013, 10:16 AM

the ceramic tint is the good stuff, it's the best you can get these days and will not turn purple. It's supposed to reduce more heat and isn't supposed to affect any reception, cell phone or radio. Most good metallic tint won't turn, either, it's the dyed film that fades, and that's the really cheap stuff. The metallic film could interefere if you aren't in a good signal strength area, but in town you should be good.

911medic · 03-21-2013, 10:28 AM

Thanks everyone for the responses. Most of the time I listen to my ipod, but like the radio for sports and occasional talk radio.
I'll look into the ceramic tint when I do it. Not sure how soon that will be, but I appreciate the info.

03-21-2013, 07:17 AM	#1
911medic Drives: 2012 SIM 2LT/1970 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Near Minneapolis, MN Posts: 1,578	Window Tint Question So the '12 owners manual states: "Notice: Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting with metallic film. The metallic film in some tinting materials will interfere with or distort the incoming radio reception. Any damage caused to your backglass antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by the vehicle warranty." I'm a tint noob, but I thought metallic tints were the better quality tints that don't turn purple over time. Anyone have issues with their antenna and their window tint? __________________ All bleeding stops eventually -- 2012 2LT Auto w/sunroof -- My journal thread Roto-Fab Intake & W/W Relocate Kit -- ADM Race Scoop -- Dynomax VT Axle-Back Exhaust -- Vitesse Throttle Controller RX Catch Can -- Drake Bowtie Delete -- JacFab Radio Face Cover -- LED Fog Lights -- LED Dome/Trunk/Plate Lights -- Gen5DIY Dash ABL -- Diode Dynamics Cupholder Lighting Wishlist: ACS T5 Splitter -- Hood Vent Mod -- Footwell/Door Pull/Homelink Button Lighting

03-21-2013, 08:02 AM	#2
BlueSteele Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pearland, TX Posts: 611	Nope. I had a 2002 Cadillac Seville with mirror (metallic) tint and it did not interfere with my radio reception at all during the 5 years I owned it(and yes, the FM antenna was in the back glass). I am actually getting the Camaro mirror tinted tomorrow so I will let you know how the Camaro handles it. And also, who listens to commercials, I mean...radio, anyway? __________________

03-21-2013, 08:48 AM	#3
Secret Squirrel Drives: 1965 Chevelle Malibu Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 472 View My Garage	I've heard people on both sides of the fence on this one. Some will say they put metallic tint on and it completely ruined their reception, others will say it had no effect. I have metallic tint and have on several cars with absolutely no change in radio reception. __________________

03-21-2013, 10:28 AM	#7
911medic Drives: 2012 SIM 2LT/1970 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Near Minneapolis, MN Posts: 1,578	Thanks everyone for the responses. Most of the time I listen to my ipod, but like the radio for sports and occasional talk radio. I'll look into the ceramic tint when I do it. Not sure how soon that will be, but I appreciate the info. __________________ All bleeding stops eventually -- 2012 2LT Auto w/sunroof -- My journal thread Roto-Fab Intake & W/W Relocate Kit -- ADM Race Scoop -- Dynomax VT Axle-Back Exhaust -- Vitesse Throttle Controller RX Catch Can -- Drake Bowtie Delete -- JacFab Radio Face Cover -- LED Fog Lights -- LED Dome/Trunk/Plate Lights -- Gen5DIY Dash ABL -- Diode Dynamics Cupholder Lighting Wishlist: ACS T5 Splitter -- Hood Vent Mod -- Footwell/Door Pull/Homelink Button Lighting

03-21-2013, 10:04 AM	#4
LnLSS Mid-Florida Camaro Club Drives: 2015 Red Hot ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Orlando Fla Posts: 2,581 View My Garage	Just go with ceramic if you are worried. You get a lifetime warranty with that kind of tint anyways.

03-21-2013, 10:07 AM	#5
babytiger it's hers... Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: katy, tx Posts: 1,202	the metallic film interferes mostly with AM reception. so if you plan on going to the dealer and complaining about not picking up am then avoid that. ceramic is THE way to go for ting. superior film, superior heat protection etc. let us know how it goes.

03-21-2013, 10:16 AM	#6
solteroblues Drives: 2011 Camaro LS IBM Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Atlanta Posts: 223	the ceramic tint is the good stuff, it's the best you can get these days and will not turn purple. It's supposed to reduce more heat and isn't supposed to affect any reception, cell phone or radio. Most good metallic tint won't turn, either, it's the dyed film that fades, and that's the really cheap stuff. The metallic film could interefere if you aren't in a good signal strength area, but in town you should be good.