Removing window tint?

[Chris142]

Need to remove aftermarket tint from a cars windows. Getting the plastic off isn't too hard but getting the glue off is impossible so far.

I have tried paint thinner, brakecleaner, naptha and now gasoline.


The gas does remove it but then the car stinks.

Any tips?

 

[The_Jeff]

Gas is your date to the prom. And a razor blade. Follow up with dawn dish soap and water.

 

[KrisZ]

I used acetone, it took care of it very quickly. Just be careful around plastics with it.

 

[Tdbo]

Denatured alcohol or WD 40?

 

[Lubener]

When a judge made me remove my tinting, I very, very, very carefully used a heat gun and a razor blade. I was so careful and lucky I didn't crack the glass.

 

[Chris142]

I used acetone, it took care of it very quickly. Just be careful around plastics with it

I tried that too. Didn't touch it!

 

[D60]

I used the product they sell in the yellow & white bottles at any FLAPS. Let it soak as directed and worked well for me. You may still need a razor scraper, but it softened the adhesive adequately for me:
Post in thread 'What are you working on today?' https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/what-are-you-working-on-today.331303/post-6107992

 

[D16A6_Driver]

I've seen some videos pro tint people use hot steam to remove old tint.

 

[rstsco]

I've seen some videos pro tint people use hot steam to remove old tint.

^^^This. I have a steam cleaner and it works great. You can also use a laundry steam iron, but it might take a bit longer. The heat and moisture from the steam makes it relatively easy to remove. Granted, I've only done this one time, but it worked like a charm.

Best to heat the entire glass you're working on with the steam prior to focusing on a smaller area, so not to have too great a temperature variation across the glass. Once it starts pealing off, just keep working it. Good luck.

 

[joekingcorvette]

I used the denatured alcohol on one vehicle and a heat gun helps too. I didn't have any problems getting it off but it was time consuming.