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ss09 · 09-10-2008, 12:53 AM

the cops have to catch u first....

*Mindz* · 09-10-2008, 01:01 AM

California Tint Law Enacted: 1999
HOW DARK CAN WINDOW TINT BE IN CALIFORNIA?

Darkness of tint is measured by Visible Light Transmission percentage (VLT%). In California, this percentage refers to percentage of visible light allowed in through the combination of film and the window.

Windshield Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 4 inches of the windshield.
Front Side Windows Must allow more than 70% of light in.
Back Side Windows Any darkness can be used.
Rear Window Any darkness can be used.

CA = the sh*t when it comes to tint laws in the back. =P

Apparantly, according to the 1999 law, you can affix clear tint to prevent rock chips as long as it's in perfect working order. As soon as bubbling starts to occur it must be replaced or a ticket will be given.

rolnslo · 09-10-2008, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by ucla1ove3

would 20 percent be enough to keep them up around cops and them not even notice if i live in texas and its like 35 percent.

http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/vi/Misc/faq/tint.htm

In Texas, the legal limit is 25%. Oddly enough, it can't be less than 20% for the annual inspection. And, yes, depending on where you go for the inspection they will actually check it with a light meter.

CHVY4LF · 09-10-2008, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by 16yearoldcamarodriver

That is why I also want to have black windows, in the summer, it isn't THAT hot but it's better than the car being burning hot..the seats...I HATE THAT!

Oh yeah, especially leather.

RadarJammer · 09-10-2008, 02:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rolnslo

http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/vi/Misc/faq/tint.htm

In Texas, the legal limit is 25%. Oddly enough, it can't be less than 20% for the annual inspection. And, yes, depending on where you go for the inspection they will actually check it with a light meter.

mmmm...25% is nice, thank god for Texas.

ucla1ove3 · 09-10-2008, 11:37 PM

okay thanks rolnslo i thought it was 25 or 35. i wasn't sure/ kinda forgot lol. but then like if it is 20 will they care or not really?

lalometalik · 09-17-2008, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by shroomjohn

Law does vary from state to state but most have the optometrist loophole. If your eyes are sensitive to light (and of course all of ours are cause u gotta have tint on ur windows n this beast) you can go to ur eye doc and get a prescription which usually is good up to 35 % on all but front window in some cases u can get a little more but then night drivin becomes an adventure

COOL THANKS!

I hope this applies in CA. My eyes are super sensitive

Are you kidding 70% Front side windows??? These windows cover a decent portion of the overall size of the Camaro!!!

Screw the man, im tinting my windows regardless...

09-10-2008, 01:01 AM	#44
Mindz E.B.A.H. Drives: you wild... Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: In the happy padded room wearing a jacket that makes me hug myself... Posts: 18,420	California Tint Law Enacted: 1999 HOW DARK CAN WINDOW TINT BE IN CALIFORNIA? Darkness of tint is measured by Visible Light Transmission percentage (VLT%). In California, this percentage refers to percentage of visible light allowed in through the combination of film and the window. Windshield Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 4 inches of the windshield. Front Side Windows Must allow more than 70% of light in. Back Side Windows Any darkness can be used. Rear Window Any darkness can be used. CA = the sht when it comes to tint laws in the back. =P Apparantly, according to the 1999 law, you can affix clear tint to prevent rock chips as long as it's in perfect working order. As soon as bubbling starts to occur it must be replaced or a ticket will be given. __________________ Blue Rush, 2010 SS [Car of the Week 3/22/2010] Traded in on...ZLZBUBB, 2013 ZL1 Last edited by Mindz; 09-10-2008 at 01:13 AM.*

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09-10-2008, 12:53 AM	#43
ss09 Drives: 65 Nova Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Long Island Ny Posts: 24	the cops have to catch u first....

09-10-2008, 11:37 PM	#48
ucla1ove3 Drives: soon to be 2010 CAMARO :] Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: houston, tx Posts: 1,283	okay thanks rolnslo i thought it was 25 or 35. i wasn't sure/ kinda forgot lol. but then like if it is 20 will they care or not really?