Window tining on BA's? Has anyone had it done. Since the aerial is now in the rear window, apparenlty if you get the windows tinted, it creates interference with radio reception. Anyone got this problem or heard anything?
I am slowly pacing myself to the point at which I upgrade to the BA...
I have it all planned, but this window tint issue is bugging me!
Non metallic tint is okay. A good tinting company should know what to use.
__________________
BA'1.5' Pursuit 290
Lightning Strike / Reflective Orange Stripes 'General' Dog - AP's German Shepherd and Best Mate - 02Dec1998-15Dec2003.
'Pepper' Dog - General's and My Little German Shepherd Sweetie - 1996?-02Apr2006. 'Sako' Dog - My Beautiful and Pretty German Shepherd - 2001?-23Aug2006.
I had the same concern when tinting a BA XR6. The tinting company used a product called 'sun protection', it is non metallic and looks fantastic. There has been no difference in radio reception
This has come up before, some people have had reasonably bad radio reception, others have had no problems. Ask the tinting companies about the antenna, and what they do.....if they are half-decent they can assure you that they have done some BAs and they have had no complaints.
The tinting company the dealer uses should be fine, but ring up independently and ask the dealer the price....you would be surprised the amount the dealers jack up the price.
__________________
Would you like to change your name to Homer Junior? People can call you Hoju.
Check your state rego rules in regard to tint. In NSW you can tint the windows BEHIND the driver beyond 35% on comercial vehicles. Although to be honest, anything beyond 35% is a PITA.
__________________
Nothing on this earth beats holding your newborn child for the first time.
This has come up before, some people have had reasonably bad radio reception, others have had no problems. Ask the tinting companies about the antenna, and what they do.....if they are half-decent they can assure you that they have done some BAs and they have had no complaints.
The tinting company the dealer uses should be fine, but ring up independently and ask the dealer the price....you would be surprised the amount the dealers jack up the price.
This is what I did - Ask the dealer which tinter they use ( the tinting company probably has done hundreds of BA's by now so your car will get the benefit of the tinter having had already practiced on many cars to get it right) - contact them independantly and say the dealer referred you to them - they will/ should give you the cheaper trade price.
The AutoGuide.com network consists of the largest network of enthusiast-owned enthusiast-operated automotive communities.
AutoGuide.com provides the latest car reviews, auto show coverage, new car prices, and automotive news. The AutoGuide network operates more than 100 automotive forums where our users consult peers for shopping information and advice, and share opinions as a community.
Window tinting on BA's
Linear Mode
