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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 05:12 PM
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Alright so what is the best solution on getting window tint for a soft top 2-door? On ebay I have seen precut solutions that I guess you just stick on yourself and I have seen actual window replacements for sale too.

The precuts are around $30 and the actual windows are around $300. What do you guys recommend??
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 05:13 PM
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you can get tinted soft top windows on ebay for under $200. they are made by bestop.
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 05:30 PM
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thanks. has anyone tired the precut ones???
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 06:31 PM
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Originally Posted by rballman
thanks. has anyone tired the precut ones???
I have it..I purchased the 20% shade to match the factory tint in the rear. It's a pretty easy DIY project and can save you a few bucks...Here is a pic below..

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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 06:37 PM
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Originally Posted by aldaman
I have it..I purchased the 20% shade to match the factory tint in the rear. It's a pretty easy DIY project and can save you a few bucks...Here is a pic below..
Great job. I am just worried about doing it myself on a soft-top. I dont want to see any bubble or anything. Thanks for the pic though!
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 06:44 PM
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I don't see how you could put tint on the soft top windows....is that really even possible??? just buy the replacement tinted windows, you'll have an extra set for wheelin' that way.
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Old Jun 30, 2008 | 06:44 PM
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Alright so after looking on eBay again at the precut tints, I only saw them for the doors not the soft-top... I just figured they were talking about the top.

Anyhow, I will try the DIY tint for the doors and the Bestop for the rest. Thanks all!
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Old Jul 1, 2008 | 02:00 AM
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I got the Bestop 2dr tinted window kit (58129-35) for $219 @
jeep4x4center.com. I love them! looks much better and the
airconditioner keeps up ALOT better down here in south GA
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Old Jul 1, 2008 | 05:44 AM
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I would just purchase the Tinted Zip windows for your soft-top. I guess you could try grabbing some cheap tint from the auto-parts store and try your-self, but its hard to imagine them holding up very well unless you never accidentally fold or even flex your windows when removing them.
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Old Jul 1, 2008 | 09:57 AM
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Originally Posted by aldaman
I have it..I purchased the 20% shade to match the factory tint in the rear. It's a pretty easy DIY project and can save you a few bucks...Here is a pic below..

Did you have to pull the door panel off to get to the whole window?
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