Tinting the rocco

[kche3572]

wanna tint my rocco this week.
any suggestion on where I can get a good tint done in Sydney?

[frozze]

Have a look through this thread. Plenty of recommendations around Sydney.

http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/forums/f112/best-window-tint-business-40510.html

[kche3572]

Thanks
Tint-a-car quoted me $345 for my Rocco. They told me its $100 off already
:(

[frozze]

I went with Tint a Car and paid $295 for my Jetta here in Melbourne.

There's a guy a few Sydneysiders recommend that comes to you. Have a read through the thread.


Thanks
Tint-a-car quoted me $345 for my Rocco. They told me its $100 off already
:(

[kche3572]

I read through the thread.
Robert from Hunter Hill is apparently away til 1st Feb. Gotta wait til then

[ZIO]

Anybody for Melbourne tinting?

[Bain]

Yep!

If I werent getting my tint for free from the dealership, I would have taken my car to Instant Tint - 421 Warrigal Road, Moorabbin VIC 3189 (03) 9553 5535 ‎

Instant - WindScreens (http://www.instantwin.com.au/)

Ive taken the other 4 cars ive owned there. Usually costs between $225 - $295 dependant on tint selection and car. They will also do whatever % tint you want on the car. So if youre after 20% (illegal) they will do it for you.

[tonyjai]

I had my civic tinted at Ground Zero at Blacktown by Martin for $150. Its cheap and they do a great job, worth a visit if you don't mind the distance.

[kche3572]

Getting my Rocco tint next wed with Robert @ Hunter Hill :D

[preeman]

Getting my Rocco tint next wed with Robert @ Hunter Hill :D

Hi, Could you give me the details? I need to get mine done as well, I will head down there too. How much was it? And what %?

Stupid question, do they redo the back windows again and they go darker again?

Thanks,
MJ

[Andych]

Hi, Could you give me the details? I need to get mine done as well, I will head down there too. How much was it? And what %?

Stupid question, do they redo the back windows again and they go darker again?

Thanks,
MJ

Have a little read through this thread http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/forums/f112/mk6-front-tint-match-factory-dark-tint-option-32781-29.html#post771287 and this thread http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/forums/f112/best-window-tint-business-40510.html
Plenty of info in there for you...

[preeman]

OK thanks.

[kche3572]

Hi, Could you give me the details? I need to get mine done as well, I will head down there too. How much was it? And what %?

Stupid question, do they redo the back windows again and they go darker again?

Thanks,
MJ
I will talk to Robert on the day about the price and the %.
It would be nice if the front windows can match the privacy glass at the back but I have heard it's illegal tint.
Robert has tinted a few Golf R so he may be able to suggest something about that.
Will let you guy know once I get mine tint

[Andych]

I will talk to Robert on the day about the price and the %.
It would be nice if the front windows can match the privacy glass at the back but I have heard it's illegal tint.
Robert has tinted a few Golf R so he may be able to suggest something about that.
Will let you guy know once I get mine tint
This post http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/forums/f112/mk6-front-tint-match-factory-dark-tint-option-32781-22.html#post600926 from Corey gives you a pretty good idea of what you can expect when dealing with Robert...

[kche3572]

This post http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/forums/f112/mk6-front-tint-match-factory-dark-tint-option-32781-22.html#post600926 from Corey gives you a pretty good idea of what you can expect when dealing with Robert...
Thank you so mcuh for the link

[kche3572]

Before:

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/02/r8ukd0-1.jpg

After:

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/02/10hnh9u-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/02/2vmt3bs-1.jpg

[Andych]

Wow.... that looks really dark.. Ummm is it legal?

[kche3572]

Robert told me it's completely legal.
The front windows are using HP Supreme 75 and the back are HP Quantum 52.
Robert suggested me to get the HP Supreme 22 for the front windows to match the privacy glass but I wanna to keep my rocco legal so I decided to get the HP Supreme 75. Colour doesn't match 100% but good enough.
Highly recommend Robert if anyone want to tint your car in Sydney area

[ZIO]

I did tint-a-car Formula 1 for the fronts - not as dark as the RB above but looks pretty smooth and not too too dark (no cop magnet).... all up 160 for both windows cant complain did it in two hours very good job. (Tint a car north melbourne)

[Andych]

I did tint-a-car Formula 1 for the fronts - not as dark as the RB above but looks pretty smooth and not too too dark (no cop magnet).... all up 160 for both windows cant complain did it in two hours very good job. (Tint a car north melbourne)

Pics or it didn't happen.. :P

[buzuki]

rear glass is 35% from factory if that helps

[kche3572]

I did tint-a-car Formula 1 for the fronts - not as dark as the RB above but looks pretty smooth and not too too dark (no cop magnet).... all up 160 for both windows cant complain did it in two hours very good job. (Tint a car north melbourne)
I just don't undersand why there are such big variation in price from Tint-a-car.
As I mentioned before, they quoted me $3xx and told me that's with discount and the best they can do :mad:

[ZIO]

hmm https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/419980_10150522754091615_609376614_9195491_1694182 554_n.jpg

but i dont really have one that u can tell

[Andych]

That sort of price is just out of the ball park... ZIO's is for front windows only but the price is about right...
What did you pay for the job from Robert?

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See... now ZIO,,, that is just showing off... :icon_rate_10:

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I just don't undersand why there are such big variation in price from Tint-a-car.
As I mentioned before, they quoted me $3xx and told me that's with discount and the best they can do :mad:

Well I went and visited the Guys who have tinted all my cars today and discussed it with him.... Just to be sure I will drop in to see him after I have picked up the car but he is pretty sure he has a really good match (from outside) and it is going to cost a massive $110 total.

I have also spoken to the guy who will wrap my roof... we will sort out a price and exactly what vinyl we will use next week.
He is also pretty sure he can access a good quality Gloss finish CF vinyl... possibly the Mirrors... next week will be interesting.

[kche3572]

I paid $220 for both front and rear windows. It was a good 1.5 hours job.
Will be interested to see how much will it cost to wrap the mirrors.

[tonyjai]

Had mine tinted at 15% by Martin at Ground zero tinting at Blacktown last saturday, $150, and he does a flawless job. His number is 0424725250

[Andych]

Front windows tinted with Johnson Renegade 20 which is a really good match for the Factory tint... it has a definite Green tinge.
Total price... $100.00 with a lifetime warranty.
The only real issue I can see will potentially needing to darken the factory tint a touch...lol. We will see once the tint has cured but from inside it is fantastic... it is not as dark as my Mondeo was so it is fine in underground carparks... it looks fantastic too...

Before

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/

After

http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z346/andrewchoake/Scirocco%20R/IMG_1229.jpg

Before

http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z346/andrewchoake/Scirocco%20R/IMG_1221-1.jpg

After

http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z346/andrewchoake/Scirocco%20R/IMG_1237.jpg

plus a couple of iPhone shots with the sun on opposite sides...

http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z346/andrewchoake/Scirocco%20R/IMG_0138.jpg
http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z346/andrewchoake/Scirocco%20R/IMG_0137.jpg
http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z346/andrewchoake/Scirocco%20R/IMG_0139.jpg

[Mac135]

Add the roof wrap and its looking good.

[Andych]

Add the roof wrap and its looking good.

Yep... pretty good price I have as well $200 for Gloss Black... a little more I guess if I do the rear wing as well... still not decided on that.

[Mac135]

Are you making your mind up soon?

[Andych]

Are you making your mind up soon?
Oh the roof will be wrapped... that decision is already made... I just need to sort out when... and if I do the Spoiler...

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OK... Roof wrap booked for Sunday... but I might hold off on pics for a little while :cool:

[Mac135]

Oh the roof will be wrapped... that decision is already made... I just need to sort out when... and if I do the Spoiler...

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OK... Roof wrap booked for Sunday... but I might hold off on pics for a little while :cool:


Because...............

[Andych]

Because............... I can... :dancing_smilie:

Who am I kidding.. I haven't been able to resist posting pics so far... I don't think Sunday will be any different... lol

[Mac135]

Cool, personally I think that small mod will become a favorite amongst owners with the pana roof.

Like you I'm not sure about the spoiler. I think I'd leave the spoiler white.

[Andych]

Cool, personally I think that small mod will become a favorite amongst owners with the pana roof.

Like you I'm not sure about the spoiler. I think I'd leave the spoiler white.
I will see what the guy who is doing it thinks on Sunday... if it isn't much extra I will most likely do it.. and if I don't like it I can hit it with the heat gun and remove it easy enough...

[Bain]

Spoiler will need wrapping. It will look incomplete otherwise.

[Andych]

Spoiler will need wrapping. It will look incomplete otherwise.
Maybe.... I guess I will know on Sunday.

[Bain]

Maybe.... I guess I will know on Sunday.


I mean like this - wrap the top.

http://uk-mkivs.net/photos/uk-mkivs_news/images/1433915/original.aspx

[Mac135]

Yep....now I'm convinced about the spoiler after seeing the pic above.

[Andych]

Yep....now I'm convinced about the spoiler after seeing the pic above.

Off to get the roof done this morning at Carbon Demon... taking the pic above with me on the iPad... As long as he can get the curve right at the outer edge I am pretty sure that is the way I will go.
Pics later today....

[Bain]

Off to get the roof done this morning at Carbon Demon... taking the pic above with me on the iPad... As long as he can get the curve right at the outer edge I am pretty sure that is the way I will go.
Pics later today....
Great idea on taking the ipad!

Cant wait to see the results.

[Mac135]

Yes photos when finished please

[Andych]

OK... Well I a really happy with the result... the spoiler can't be done the way it is shown in the other pic... that must be a paint job..
The reason for that is trimming it with the curve would require the blade to cut into the paintwork... so that wasn't going to happen.

The wrap has been carried over the lip as the edge there has too much radius to trim it straight... I really like it..

Mike at Carbon Demon did a fantastic job... he is more expensive than the first guy I spoke to out my way... but I didn't have confidence in the first guy as he could not show me any pics of his work etc... Mike has hundreds up on his web site and facebook page. Well worth getting in touch with if you are Sydney based and interested in getting your roof (or anything else) wrapped.

Vinyl wrap - Carbon Demon (http://carbonfibrevinylwrap.net.au/)


BEFORE

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/

AFTER

http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z346/andrewchoake/Scirocco%20R/P1000176.jpg

BEFORE

http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z346/andrewchoake/Scirocco%20R/IMG_1235.jpg

AFTER

http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z346/andrewchoake/Scirocco%20R/P1000177.jpg

http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z346/andrewchoake/Scirocco%20R/P1000180.jpg
http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z346/andrewchoake/Scirocco%20R/P1000179.jpg
http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z346/andrewchoake/Scirocco%20R/P1000178.jpg

[quozl]

Looks brilliant, very nice work

Cheers Q

[Mac135]

Yes very nice.....

I'm tempted to do this on my Indium when it comes. Integrates the sunroof beautifully.

[Bain]

Very nice!

Straight lines look the goods to!

[AdamD]

Looks sensational! :cool:

[SCIRKN]

Does anyone know the difference between the privacy glass that comes standard and a tint? Also, is it legal to tint the sunroof darker than the legal tint? As I'm not sure if the mesh cover is enough to block out the sun on a hot day?

[Andych]

Does anyone know the difference between the privacy glass that comes standard and a tint? Also, is it legal to tint the sunroof darker than the legal tint? As I'm not sure if the mesh cover is enough to block out the sun on a hot day?
Privacy Glass is approximately 35% ... ie legal. Its reflective properties are not up there with a high quality tint but the window area is so small it really isn't a concern.
I have been advised by 3 tint companies now not to tint to Sunroof.. the reason given is there have been some problems with similar roof's (Audi A5 and Passat CC) shattering due to not being able to expand properly because of the tint... in the end it is your choice...
I find the sunblind to be perfect... it allows enough light to lighten up the interior yet it doesn't get hot... and even if it does.. you just tilt the roof... simple.

[djchuckles]

Has anyone used/know of Tint-A-Car?

They have what on the surface seems like a good deal on tinting in Ouffer today :

Ouffer - Today's Ouffer: Premium Formula One Car Window Tinting (http://www.ouffer.com/189-for-a-premium-formula-1-car-window-tint-with-a-lifetime-warrantyhighest-spf-50-protection?)

[Andych]

Has anyone used/know of Tint-A-Car?

They have what on the surface seems like a good deal on tinting in Ouffer today :

Ouffer - Today's Ouffer: Premium Formula One Car Window Tinting (http://www.ouffer.com/189-for-a-premium-formula-1-car-window-tint-with-a-lifetime-warrantyhighest-spf-50-protection?)

Have a good read of the Window Tint thread in here... $189 is nothing special... prices range from $100 to $250 depending on who and what is done. Lots of good info...

http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/forums/f48/tinting-rocco-67444.html

[ZIO]

Has anyone used/know of Tint-A-Car?

They have what on the surface seems like a good deal on tinting in Ouffer today :

Ouffer - Today's Ouffer: Premium Formula One Car Window Tinting (http://www.ouffer.com/189-for-a-premium-formula-1-car-window-tint-with-a-lifetime-warrantyhighest-spf-50-protection?)


Yes formula one looks fine but I only paid 160 for the two front windows anyway..... so don't worry about the deal site.

[Reginald]

Just had my two fronts tinted with Bolle Green through Tint a Car here in Bendigo, $160 all up.

There is a definite green tinge so we'll see how it cures over the next couple of weeks.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/03/th_IMG_0353-1.jpg (http://s1060.photobucket.com/albums/t449/Reginald85/?action=view&current=IMG_0353.jpg)

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/03/th_IMG_0352-1.jpg (http://s1060.photobucket.com/albums/t449/Reginald85/?action=view&current=IMG_0352.jpg)

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/03/th_IMG_0351-1.jpg (http://s1060.photobucket.com/albums/t449/Reginald85/?action=view&current=IMG_0351.jpg)

[Andych]

Just had my two fronts tinted with Bolle Green through Tint a Car here in Bendigo, $160 all up.

There is a definite green tinge so we'll see how it cures over the next couple of weeks.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/03/th_IMG_0353-1.jpg (http://s1060.photobucket.com/albums/t449/Reginald85/?action=view¤t=IMG_0353.jpg)

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/03/th_IMG_0352-1.jpg (http://s1060.photobucket.com/albums/t449/Reginald85/?action=view¤t=IMG_0352.jpg)

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/03/th_IMG_0351-1.jpg (http://s1060.photobucket.com/albums/t449/Reginald85/?action=view¤t=IMG_0351.jpg)

That is a very light tint by the looks of it.. compared to mine http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/forums/f48/tinting-rocco-67444-3.html#post776811

All you guys paid way too much... mine was only $100 for the 2 fronts.. :)

[Reginald]

That is a very light tint by the looks of it.. compared to mine http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/forums/f48/tinting-rocco-67444-3.html#post776811

All you guys paid way too much... mine was only $100 for the 2 fronts.. :)

The joys of living in the country......

It just got a little bit more expensive, I found debris under the tint on the passenger side :facepalm:

Went out to book it back in to get re-done and decided to get all the windows done in midnight express as the green just doesn't look right after looking at it for a couple of hours....at least I get a discount.....:facepalm:

[Andych]

The joys of living in the country......

It just got a little bit more expensive, I found debris under the tint on the passenger side :facepalm:

Went out to book it back in to get re-done and decided to get all the windows done in midnight express as the green just doesn't look right after looking at it for a couple of hours....at least I get a discount.....:facepalm:

I would be careful having all the windows done in the same product.. the rears are Privacy Glass to start with which is already at the theoretical legal limit.
There is a massive amount of info in this thread and in the Golf Mk6 threads... Bottom of post 3 http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/forums/f112/official-mk6-forum-important-threads-posts-index-**look-here-first**-59253.html#post699315

[Reginald]

I would be careful having all the windows done in the same product.. the rears are Privacy Glass to start with which is already at the theoretical legal limit.
There is a massive amount of info in this thread and in the Golf Mk6 threads... Bottom of post 3 http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/forums/f112/official-mk6-forum-important-threads-posts-index-**look-here-first**-59253.html#post699315

Hmmmm, the guy I was talking to said it wouldn't a problem as the 35% rule only applied to the fronts.

Is there anyone else who can confirm this while I do some research?

[Andych]

Hmmmm, the guy I was talking to said it wouldn't a problem as the 35% rule only applied to the fronts.

Is there anyone else who can confirm this while I do some research?

Sorry... he is wrong... http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/NR/rdonlyres/A4CCADAA-27D3-4EB6-8AE2-17F69F9DAE78/0/VSI2web.pdf

[Reginald]

Sorry... he is wrong... http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/NR/rdonlyres/A4CCADAA-27D3-4EB6-8AE2-17F69F9DAE78/0/VSI2web.pdf

He sure is wrong :mad:

Thanks for your help here Andych, Looks like a lot of people have had success with the Formula One tint from Tint a Car so I'll see how I go on Monday.

[she_dub]

Reviving this thread...

So.. finally having my windows tinted next week with Car Tint.

Rob inspected the car today as he's never done a Scirocco before, said he'd give it a go without removing the door trim... hopefully the film will hold... if it doesn't.. off to a body shop to remove the trim :eek:

[Bain]

Reviving this thread...

So.. finally having my windows tinted next week with Car Tint.

Rob inspected the car today as he's never done a Scirocco before, said he'd give it a go without removing the door trim... hopefully the film will hold... if it doesn't.. off to a body shop to remove the trim :eek:

Shouldnt need to remove the door trim. Mine wasnt and its perfecto!

[Andych]

Reviving this thread...

So.. finally having my windows tinted next week with Car Tint.

Rob inspected the car today as he's never done a Scirocco before, said he'd give it a go without removing the door trim... hopefully the film will hold... if it doesn't.. off to a body shop to remove the trim :eek:

They dont need to remove the door trims... tell him he is a wimp if he needs to do that....:banana:

[ozr]

I have good tint but am now getting the Super Vision done to the rear 1/4's and rear hatch. It is an outside application so if its to hard to see I will remove it.

[Bain]

Why don't you get anti glare and anti heat shield applied to the rears? It is about a 5% tint but blocks out the heat. That's what I got applied to the rears of mine and it's applied on the inside so there's no worry of it peeling off or scratching it when washing the car.

[Roc R]

Hey can anyone recommend a good place in melbourne that does great work on the roof wrapped too ? Would like to get mine done ! Thanks

[she_dub]

Hey can anyone recommend a good place in melbourne that does great work on the roof wrapped too ? Would like to get mine done ! Thanks

Are you enquiring about window tinting? or vinyl wrapping? As they are two different things.

[Andych]

Hey can anyone recommend a good place in melbourne that does great work on the roof wrapped too ? Would like to get mine done ! Thanks
These guys gave me good advice when I enquired about the best place in Sydney.... they dont just do Carbon...
Carbon Fiber Wrap (http://www.carbonfiberwrap.com.au/index.html)

[she_dub]

They dont need to remove the door trims... tell him he is a wimp if he needs to do that....:banana:

Got it tinted today.. No door seals were removed and it looks great! :banana:

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/04/tinted_coco-1.jpg

[Yes Con, there's still brake dust :P]

[Roc R]

Are you enquiring about window tinting? or vinyl wrapping? As they are two different things.

I'm enquiring about the vinyl wrap :)

[Andych]

Got it tinted today.. No door seals were removed and it looks great! :banana:

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/04/tinted_coco-1.jpg

[Yes Con, there's still brake dust :P]

I love rake front to rear and the tint looks the goods 👍👍

[Mac135]

Still admiring those wheels - brake dust and all. Still the bast combo i've seen on any forum.

BTW the tint is cool too.

[ConR]

Got it tinted today.. No door seals were removed and it looks great! :banana:

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/04/tinted_coco-1.jpg

[Yes Con, there's still brake dust :P]

Lol. Tint looks great!

I'm obsessed to the point that I keep a rag in the boot to wipe off my rims and exhaust tips each time I drive the car. I figure that'll wear off in about a week though!

[longman]

Rob from Hunters Hill tinted my 'ROc windows back at the beginning of April - did a good job, was quick, and a fair price. Am happy

Sorry to ask something that has probably been asked more than once, but She-Dub, what colour are the wheels that you have painted, and where did you get them done? Are the gloss or semi-gloss/satin? Was it expensive?

[Bain]

I love rake front to rear and the tint looks the goods 

I dont think the rake is that much although there is quite a gap in the rear arch. It looks like the rear is raised up on the grass/mound.

[she_dub]

I love rake front to rear and the tint looks the goods 

Thanks Andrew! I love the rake too!


Still admiring those wheels - brake dust and all. Still the bast combo i've seen on any forum.

BTW the tint is cool too.

Thanks Mac! You need to get your windows done by Rob when you get your grey rocket :)



Sorry to ask something that has probably been asked more than once, but She-Dub, what colour are the wheels that you have painted, and where did you get them done? Are the gloss or semi-gloss/satin? Was it expensive?

The total price was $1100, which includes the wheel repair for some curb rash. Wheel Solutions, in Melbourne painted them.
They're a gloss, but the brake dust makes them look semi gloss, and then matte.
I'm not sure about the exact colour, as I was looking at a few options. I basically just said I want gunmetal, and Matt from Wheel Solutions, suggested a few options, and provided pics so I could see what it looked like on other cars.


I dont think the rake is that much although there is quite a gap in the rear arch. It looks like the rear is raised up on the grass/mound.

The rear is actually not raised up, if anything there's a dip at the edge, as on the other side of the fence is a retaining wall and walking path.
The rear of the car is still high as the gap is still quite large. That result is including the replacement of the thick rubber disk from the spring with a thinner rubber material by Trutrack Suspension in North Melbourne.

[Bain]

The rear is actually not raised up, if anything there's a dip at the edge, as on the other side of the fence is a retaining wall and walking path.
The rear of the car is still high as the gap is still quite large. That result is including the replacement of the thick rubber disk from the spring with a thinner rubber material by Trutrack Suspension in North Melbourne.
Ahh ok.. Have you measured the distance to see if there is any drop since lowering it? The rear almost looks stock in height from the pic...

You also shouldnt have needed to replace the rubber!

[Andych]

Ahh ok.. Have you measured the distance to see if there is any drop since lowering it? The rear almost looks stock in height from the pic...
Hence.. the rake...


You also shouldnt have needed to replace the rubber!
Shouldn't have and did are completely different things... the VWRacing springs are a minimal drop (15 and 20mm max) and unlike the H&R's are linear so may have a different stance initially.
They will settle a bit lower as more KM go on them... remember that the standard springs have had the benefit of being in the car for up to 16 plus weeks and being on a bouncy ship (albeit with transport blocks in place) so they will have mostly settled by the time the car is delivered.

If Rebecca is happy with the stance and overall presentation it is irrelevant if they should be lower at the rear or not...
The VW Racing springs and the Eibach's that I have are less about how low the car is and more about ride quality and handling.

[ConR]

I'm booked in next weekend with David at Reflect Effect for tints (35%), paint decontamination, and opti coat. Great package price and top guy.

[Bain]

Shouldn't have and did are completely different things... the VWRacing springs are a minimal drop (15 and 20mm max) and unlike the H&R's are linear so may have a different stance initially.

They are actually a drop of 20 - 25mm, which is pretty much the same as the H&R. The cars are already 10mm lower being the R/2.0 version.

Volkswagen Racing » VWR Scirocco Sports Springs » Volkswagen Racing (http://www.volkswagenracing.co.uk/parts/vwr-sports-spring-kit-21/)



They will settle a bit lower as more KM go on them... remember that the standard springs have had the benefit of being in the car for up to 16 plus weeks and being on a bouncy ship (albeit with transport blocks in place) so they will have mostly settled by the time the car is delivered.

Of course they will settle a bit, as do all springs. These however look standard height still and they shouldnt which is why I was asking whether they have been measured since putting them in the car.



If Rebecca is happy with the stance and overall presentation it is irrelevant if they should be lower at the rear or not...
The VW Racing springs and the Eibach's that I have are less about how low the car is and more about ride quality and handling.

Im just raising a concern that they look to be incorrectly installed. If she_dub is happy or not is not the issue here.

eccentric has just put VWR springs in his car and the rear looks how it should after lowering (roughly 20mm lower) (http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/forums/f48/scirocco-r-mods-67304-14.html#post801816)

You dont know the springs rates or the manufacturing process for any of the lowering kits out there on offer so your point of ride quality vs lowering is irrelevant. For all we know the Eibach's you are putting in may have a higher tension ratio to the shorter specc'd VWR, H&R.


Also - just a query, did you purchase the DSG springs (SKU: EIBE10-85-021-05-22) or the manual gearbox (SKU: EIBE10-85-021-01-22) springs for your car?

[Andych]

They are actually a drop of 20 - 25mm, which is pretty much the same as the H&R. The cars are already 10mm lower being the R/2.0 version.
All of those figures are arbitrary and subject to the manufacturing variances all manufacturers have... VW actually have a tolerance of 20 mm on suspension measurement... even on the "R".
Apart from that... the H&R's are 35mm but you say that is 25mm because the R is 10mm lower to start... but then say VWR are 20 to 25mm based on that info from their website... which when you read it find the springs are suitable for GT and R... the GT is not as low to start with as the R, just as the GTI is not as low as the Golf R..... so..based on a large amount of background work over an extended period I stand by the 15 to 20 mm max..


These however look standard height still and they shouldnt which is why I was asking whether they have been measured since putting them in the car.

I disagree on them looking standard height... but my view and yours are not relevant especially when you look at pictures of Rebecca's car prior to the springs being fitted....and I think the answer to measurements at present are not yet.


Im just raising a concern that they look to be incorrectly installed.
How on earth can you make that statement based on a couple of photos?


If she_dub is happy or not is not the issue here.
What???


eccentric has just put VWR springs in his car and the rear looks how it should after lowering (roughly 20mm lower) (http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/forums/f48/scirocco-r-mods-67304-14.html#post801816)

So you can make a roughly measurement assesment based on a couple of photos... from different angles... with different wheels and different tyres and NO measurements..plus it is 5mm shorter than oyu suggest earlier...
Compare the close up shots in the other thread of eccentric's front and rear shots and Rebecca's... very little visual difference...


You dont know the springs rates or the manufacturing process for any of the lowering kits out there on offer so your point of ride quality vs lowering is irrelevant.
And you know this to be fact do you???? The reality is that while I have no idea on the spring rates and dont need to know.. there is sufficient factual information out there (if you bother to look for it) supporting my points... add to that the long discussions I had with Eibach Australia and several other Suspension importers and specialists before and after ordering my springs, plus seeing the e-mail comparison and relevant information direct from Eibach Germany... my point of view is hardly irrelevant.


For all we know the Eibach's you are putting in may have a higher tension ratio to the shorter specc'd VWR, H&R.
See comments above... and do some research...


Also - just a query, did you purchase the DSG springs (SKU: EIBE10-85-021-05-22) or the manual gearbox (SKU: EIBE10-85-021-01-22) springs for your car?

My springs are correct for my vehicle specification... ie.. DSG Scirocco R, I have seen all the relevant (factual) information direct from the manufacturer... when I eventually get back to Sydney and can pick up my car I will post pictures and measuremnts as my springs are now fitted..

[Bain]

Relax Andy, youre going to blow a seal! :lollipop:


*snip rant*
My springs are correct for my vehicle specification... ie.. DSG Scirocco R, I have seen all the relevant (factual) information direct from the manufacturer... when I eventually get back to Sydney and can pick up my car I will post pictures and measuremnts as my springs are now fitted..

In regards to the Eibach part numbers, just wanted to make sure you were aware of the 2 different numbers based on DSG vs Manual. :facepalm:

Ill just agree to disagree with you over she_dubs rear spring installation.

Im also pretty sure (having met she_dub) that shes quite capable of handling her own affairs when it comes to sticking up for herself on an internet forum.. lol

[she_dub]

My springs were installed by a well known, and highly recommended suspension specialist. I highly doubt they would install anything incorrectly. Having also spent 5 hours there, I can also confirm that they contacted Ian @ Rennenhaus to confirm that the springs, indeed were for the correct vehicle, as it was sitting high at the back.
Yes, I agree it is still sitting a little high at the back, and I'm not sure why there appears to be such a difference between the photos of eccentric's rocco and mine, considering we have the same springs.

[Bain]

My springs were installed by a well known, and highly recommended suspension specialist. I highly doubt they would install anything incorrectly. Having also spent 5 hours there, I can also confirm that they contacted Ian @ Rennenhaus to confirm that the springs, indeed were for the correct vehicle, as it was sitting high at the back.
Yes, I agree it is still sitting a little high at the back, and I'm not sure why there appears to be such a difference between the photos of eccentric's rocco and mine, considering we have the same springs.

We should all catch up over a weekend or something and check the differences between the 3 cars.

[AdamD]

Guys and girls, this is a tinting thread - please keep it on topic.

[Mac135]

Off topic maybe but you have to admit it was entertaining...........

[she_dub]

We should all catch up over a weekend or something and check the differences between the 3 cars.

Yes, the difference in our window tints ;)

[Bain]

lol indeed!

[JohnA]

Hey can anyone recommend a good place in melbourne that does great work on the roof wrapped too ? Would like to get mine done ! Thanks

not sure if you have found a place or not, but i have booked mine in for next wednesday with these guys

Carbon Fiber Wrap (http://www.carbonfibrewrap.com.au/info.html)

but i am going to do the complete spoiler rather then follow the roof line...like this

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/11/8219063685_1b640abd73_c-1.jpg

will post pics once done

[kazmeyers]

not sure if you have found a place or not, but i have booked mine in for next wednesday with these guys

Carbon Fiber Wrap (http://www.carbonfibrewrap.com.au/info.html)

but i am going to do the complete spoiler rather then follow the roof line...like this

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/11/8219063685_1b640abd73_c-1.jpg

will post pics once done

I wrapped mine gloss black to the roofline as well... kinda regretted it (not doing spoiler too) Let me know how it goes, as I might end up taking it to your place to get the spoiler done as well.

[Rocco_R]

Should look great with the whole spoiler wrapped in gloss black - I am planning to do the same as soon as I get the car next week - has planned it for more than 3 months since ordered her :cool:

The spoiler will have to be detached to wrap it fully.

Not sure what sort of quote you are getting for the whole roofline and spoiler. I only need half of the roof done since the other half is sunroof, I am living in Sydney, and have received a quote of $470 - not sure if it is reasonable though.

[Rocco_R]

How about tinting the whole Scirocco for all glasses? Prefer having them done as dark as possible - close to the privacy glasses at rear side. Getting a quote of $320 - will that worth it? Any comments will be highly appreciated! As I want to get both the wrapping and tinting done the same time. Cheerio.

[kazmeyers]

How about tinting the whole Scirocco for all glasses? Prefer having them done as dark as possible - close to the privacy glasses at rear side. Getting a quote of $320 - will that worth it? Any comments will be highly appreciated! As I want to get both the wrapping and tinting done the same time. Cheerio.

Well, I had my roof wrapped with carbon demon in Sydney, which was less than $300... go talk to Mike there.

[Rocco_R]

Thanks Kazmeyers, yeah, I am going there this Sunday to have the roof and spoiler wrapped, he has given me a reasonable deal. I actually saw your car (if not mistaken) on his website, looks very cool.

[JohnA]

Should look great with the whole spoiler wrapped in gloss black - I am planning to do the same as soon as I get the car next week - has planned it for more than 3 months since ordered her :cool:

The spoiler will have to be detached to wrap it fully.

Not sure what sort of quote you are getting for the whole roofline and spoiler. I only need half of the roof done since the other half is sunroof, I am living in Sydney, and have received a quote of $470 - not sure if it is reasonable though.

yep, mine was done today and the spoiler did get removed to be wrapped properly.
Price was the same as you were quoted mate so thats about right.
Do the complete spoiler, it looks hot...will post some pics of mine tomorrow as i only just got home now and cant be bothered to be honest

[Rocco_R]

Not a problem John, appreciate a lot that you are going to post some pictures, enjoy your ride!

I cannot wait to pick up my Roc tomorrow morning!!!

[JohnA]

here it is with the roof alld one

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/8248824156_855e1e7d7e_b-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/8248823532_ace7aa416c_b-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/8248823848_b133305548_b-1.jpg

[Rocco_R]

It is just fabulous! Thanks John again. Very superb ride!

[JohnA]

It is just fabulous! Thanks John again. Very superb ride!

cheers mate, i gather you have picked up your new baby by now?

[Rocco_R]

Yep :banana:yesterday noon, going to upload some pictures once done with some cosmetics :-) it is in a garage for wheels powder coating. It is the same white as yours :-) Ah are you going to do the window tinting soon to closely match the rear privacy side window which would look very cool too.

[Alister]

Looks great John - quality looks first rate!

[JohnA]

Yep :banana:yesterday noon, going to upload some pictures once done with some cosmetics :-) it is in a garage for wheels powder coating. It is the same white as yours :-) Ah are you going to do the window tinting soon to closely match the rear privacy side window which would look very cool too.

congrats mate, looking forward to the pics
yes, will be taking it to a few places on Monday after work to see if i can find a close match to the rear tint. I want it to be as close as possible.


Looks great John - quality looks first rate!

Thanks Alister, yea, they did a great job, suppose when you walk in and see ferarri's lambo's m3's left there, you know they must do some good work. I still have to take it back for them to polish it. They say should come up ans shiny as glass when done.
They use a product called protech eclat max

[Rocco_R]

Thanks John. Hey, I booked in for "tint a car" to do my window tinting next Wed, they told me they did a same car few weeks ago and looks great (though on a rising blue Scirocco), and knows exactly how dark the tint should be to match closely the rear privacy glasses but still road legal, will look a bit dark from inside though. I will post some pics for your reference if you haven't done yours by then. They told me will be using a product called Bolle.

Good idea of polishing it, I will check whether it is available at NSW.

[JohnA]

Pics would be good, thanks for that. I may have to go see the local tint a car place here also and see what they think.

[Rocco_R]

Pics would be good, thanks for that. I may have to go see the local tint a car place here also and see what they think.

Hey John, here are some pics hope you found it useful - 'tint a car' applied the Bolle tint which is mostly commonly used for VW, just got it done this morning and need to leave the tint dry for a couple of days.

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/InGarage-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/InTheSun-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/Parked-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/ZoomIn-1.jpg
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/OnStreet-1.jpg

[JohnA]

Hey John, here are some pics hope you found it useful - 'tint a car' applied the Bolle tint which is mostly commonly used for VW, just got it done this morning and need to leave the tint dry for a couple of days.



thanks heaps for that.
In that first photo was that with or without the tint.
The rest of the photos show it as a fairly good match.
Would you know what % tint they used as the front glass already has a slight tint to it, so a 35% tint would make it illegal.

[Rocco_R]

thanks heaps for that.
In that first photo was that with or without the tint.
The rest of the photos show it as a fairly good match.
Would you know what % tint they used as the front glass already has a slight tint to it, so a 35% tint would make it illegal.

My pleasure mate. The first one is WITH the tint in the garage, though looks a little lighter than the rear glass. They do look fairly good match most of the time imo - the best match that the boys can do over there. They used 35%, I just phoned them up to double check, they told me there is a threshold for the legal %, they managed to bring it down as close to 35% to be legal, and confirmed shouldn't have any legality issue. Finger crossed :cool:

[JohnA]

Thanks again

will give the local tint a car place a ring and book it in i think.

[Rocco_R]

Just to add it actually does not look very dark from inside at day time, will update once I get a chance to drive at night tonight.

[Rocco_R]

Hi John, just check did you do paint protection on your white Roc? It looks very glossy in your previous pictures (its virgin state), or you just did polish/wax before shooting it?

[JohnA]

Hi John, just check did you do paint protection on your white Roc? It looks very glossy in your previous pictures (its virgin state), or you just did polish/wax before shooting it?

i did a full detail on it the day i picked it up

clay, paint cleaner/polish and wax

[Rocco_R]

Thanks. Sounds something I probably want to do to make it shine as well.

The night driving with the tint window was not bad either.

[JohnA]

well booked it in with Tint a car for next Tuesday.They seem to think formula 1 may be a better match but will look at it on the day.

quoted $150 for the formula 1 tint

[Rocco_R]

Sounds great John, the Formula 1 may be metallic tint, not sure if it is lighter than Bolle, there were some discussions in below post for your ref, I would be interested to see how it turn up on the Roc. I got the Bolle one done for $185. Should have asked about the Formula 1 the other day, but definitely not Octane, as it will show up in a completely different color.
Window tinting recommendations - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum - E90Post.com (http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=316583)

[alanzidane]

Do you guys think it is safe to go for 20% tint?

[JohnA]

Sounds great John, the Formula 1 may be metallic tint, not sure if it is lighter than Bolle, there were some discussions in below post for your ref, I would be interested to see how it turn up on the Roc. I got the Bolle one done for $185. Should have asked about the Formula 1 the other day, but definitely not Octane, as it will show up in a completely different color.
Window tinting recommendations - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum - E90Post.com (http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=316583)


metalic film shouldnt be an issue as its only the front windows.
I suppose once they look at the rear tint they can say for sure if formula 1 or bolle is the way to go.

apparently bolle is a bluish tint and formula 1 a greenish tint.

Either way, will let you know which way i went and some pics

[JohnA]

Do you guys think it is safe to go for 20% tint?



safe in what way?
personally i wouldnt do it, as the rocco's front window already has a slight tint to it, around 10% if i am not mistaken, so your 20% will make it very dark.

Your call at the end of the day

[Rocco_R]

And from my experience alanzidane, you shouldn't need to make it 20% to make it closely matched the rear windows, or is there anyone suggest you to do that? I even asked to get a tine on windscreen done in another garage, which they can do it for me but do not hold any responsibility for legality issue. At the end of day, it would still be you paying for the fine if got caught :-(

[JohnA]

well got mine done today and did end up going with formula 1

the match is fairly close indeed, i'll try get some outdoor pics tomorrow, for now, here it is in the garage

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/8282430451_27ce02ce21_b-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/8283488184_9894a94eb1_b-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/8283488502_cf553455a2_b-1.jpg

[Beer Baron]

my opinion with tint is generally chose the tint you want and then go one step darker. most people I know (and it's happened to me too) choosing a tint end up liking it but most often slightly regret not going a bit darker. and the only people I know who've ever regretted going dark was one mate who had 2 layers done and they were something like 10% each. it was like looking into a brick wall (painted black)...

I think 20% is probably fine if you want it nice and dark. but just make check what level is on there now so it doesn't end up too dark and also be aware it's illegal so if you drive though areas with a big police presence a lot or like to hang at maccas etc late on friday nights you might get pulled for it. in normal driving behaviour though you will most likely be fine. but just be aware there is a small risk which varies a lot depending on when and where you drive...

[Rocco_R]

Looks great mate! What is the % of the tint you eventually put on?


well got mine done today and did end up going with formula 1

the match is fairly close indeed, i'll try get some outdoor pics tomorrow, for now, here it is in the garage

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/8282430451_27ce02ce21_b-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/8283488184_9894a94eb1_b-1.jpg

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/12/8283488502_cf553455a2_b-1.jpg

[JohnA]

went with 35% to keep it all legal mate.
it is slightly under that because of the slight factory tint, but within the legal limit they told me
Just looks darker in the garage..

[kazmeyers]

Reference for anyone looking to tint. I just asked for something that matched/came close to factory tint on the rears.

Before (factory tint) and after:
http://imageshack.us/a/img94/7835/tintbeforeafter.jpg

This was done a while ago, but thanks to Rebecca for recommendation. I've since recommended another friend take his R there, and would recommend again for anyone else. One-person job by a car enthusiast with many years experience. It was $160.00 inc. for both fronts (two windows).

Rob Tait
Car Tint Pty. Ltd.
Car Tint (http://www.cartint.net.au)
0417 755 537

[JohnA]

Reference for anyone looking to tint. I just asked for something that matched/came close to factory tint on the rears.

Before (factory tint) and after:
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/

This was done a while ago, but thanks to Rebecca for recommendation. I've since recommended another friend take his R there, and would recommend again for anyone else. One-person job by a car enthusiast with many years experience. It was $160.00 inc. for both fronts (two windows).

Rob Tait
Car Tint Pty. Ltd.
Car Tint (http://www.cartint.net.au)
0417 755 537

has he started doing golfs again

when i asked in 2010 about my golf mkvi, to do all the windows, no factory tint on mine then....his response were he doesnt do golfs as they are too hard to do the job right.

I assumed he meant removing the door trims.

[tee_off]

Reference for anyone looking to tint. I just asked for something that matched/came close to factory tint on the rears.

Before (factory tint) and after:
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/

This was done a while ago, but thanks to Rebecca for recommendation. I've since recommended another friend take his R there, and would recommend again for anyone else. One-person job by a car enthusiast with many years experience. It was $160.00 inc. for both fronts (two windows).

Rob Tait
Car Tint Pty. Ltd.
Car Tint (http://www.cartint.net.au)
0417 755 537

$160 only? Unreal! Will definitely be going there (not for the price...did a bit of research...his credentials are very sound

[she_dub]

has he started doing golfs again

when i asked in 2010 about my golf mkvi, to do all the windows, no factory tint on mine then....his response were he doesnt do golfs as they are too hard to do the job right.

I assumed he meant removing the door trims.

Rob did my Scirocco too (mine was his first :D) but he also did DrK's Golf R on the same day, so I don't think he has that issue anymore.


$160 only? Unreal! Will definitely be going there (not for the price...did a bit of research...his credentials are very sound

Well worth the trip. Rob is a perfectionist!

[rodders]

Had tint done yesterday by tint a car North Melbourne.

Absolutely the worst service I have ever received.

Everything was fine, told by Peter (the owner) it will be all good. Driving home I noticed quite a few air bubbles - probably about 20 little ones - and rang Peter immediately. Said to bring car in this morning. Bought the car in and it was like a switch flicked in this bloke. Was raising his voice and saying such great customer service mantra's as "your starting to piss me off". All this while unable to get a word in and clearly dealing with a bloke who left reasonable town a few stations ago.

The funny thing is this is all over $140 tint. Couldn't care less if I've done my dough with the tint but to be subjected to this blokes rants is just unacceptable.

Am following up with Tint a car head office (not easy to find but search and eventually you'll find the general manager). Will inform outcome.

[tee_off]

Is there a way to tint the back windows, since there is a green tinge to them and it would look odd with grey front windows

[Lucas_R]

Is there a way to tint the back windows, since there is a green tinge to them and it would look odd with grey front windows

Yes you can tint over the factory privacy tint - i did on my Golf R and the windows are the same colour now (35% tint over the top of the privacy tint on the rear windows, and then 20% on the front windows).

[BOV17]

I had mine done by the dealer before delivery - an amazing job who ever they used!

I also got the UV film and I can say wow it makes such a difference, my company mk6 golf was tinted without the uv film and although the tint helps heaps, the Scirocco you feel NO burn from the sun at all no matter how hot and direct the sun is burning :)

[tee_off]

Just came back from tinting, would recommend Rob - Car Tint Ringwood.

He doesn't like them but he'll do older Golf's, don't think he'll do MKVII

He didn't do the back windows...can anyone recommend someone who could do them?

[brad]

He didn't do the back windows...

WTF?

So he only does the easy part?

[JohnA]

Just came back from tinting, would recommend Rob - Car Tint Ringwood.

He doesn't like them but he'll do older Golf's, don't think he'll do MKVII

He didn't do the back windows...can anyone recommend someone who could do them?

he didnt want to do my mk vi either, so when i got the rocco i didnt even bother asking him.
Took it to tint a car instead and no issues at all, matched the factory rear tint well also

[tee_off]

WTF?

So he only does the easy part?

No the back windows are already factory tinted except with a green tinge


he didnt want to do my mk vi either, so when i got the rocco i didnt even bother asking him.
Took it to tint a car instead and no issues at all, matched the factory rear tint well also

He can do it, but not to his high standards

[brad]

No the back windows are already factory tinted except with a green tinge
I'd get the back tinted as well so that you had max UV protection & it all matched. My tint guy would insist on having it all matching

[Bain]

Yeah - sounds like a cop out. I had the clear uv tint applied to the rest without issue.

I couldn't recommend a person if they can only do half a job!


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[she_dub]

Really? I've had my car for almost 2 years now, and the tint is still perfect and I'd still use and recommend Rob only because he has such a high standard of work. I've never had an issue with the factory tint on the rear either.

[woofy]

I've got an Octavia RS wagon coming early next year and would like Rob to do it, but still hear he doesn't like doing them. I live out his way and got him to do my Santa Fe in 2011 no probs but was wondering if there is someone else here who would do it. Robs issue is that he takes the trims off, most don't.

[Blue103TDIDSG]

Got mine done last week
Mastertint at Underwood - they have done 4 of my cars and about 5 of my sons
Colour match - Hmmmmmmmm not sure yet - still thinking about it
Choice was slight blue tinge or charcoal I think he called it - anyway greyish
He recommended the grey so that's the way I went
If you look closely you CAN see a slight colour difference but it doesn't rip your eyes out - have to be looking for it
from inside you don't notice it and it looks great from outside
Anyway for $100 I'm not going to change it

23356

23364

Didnt take any "before" photos - well not side ones anyway .... DUH
Just turned 3000kms old since January this year
Magic car - would hate to be in the situation as others on here looking for the next car to replace the Rocc
It is a hard act to follow - very big shoes to fill to use some well used clichés but very true .... IHMO of course

[Scratchyratface]

looks good from the photos.
yes it is a very hard act to follow when attempting to replace the Rocco, it still looks awesome and someone else asked me what it was last Friday. So many comments from people even after 3 years. I'm torn on what to do but i'll need brakes, 2 new tyres and i have a 'fault code in evap canister & N80 valve'.
Someone on the Whirlpool forums described the look of the Rocco as a 'squashed breadvan'! Personal opinion i guess.

[Blue103TDIDSG]

looks good from the photos..

Thanks


yes it is a very hard act to follow when attempting to replace the Rocco, it still looks awesome and someone else asked me what it was last Friday. So many comments from people even after 3 years. I'm torn on what to do but i'll need brakes, 2 new tyres and i have a 'fault code in evap canister & N80 valve'..

Why not a new MY16 Rocc ???
We also have a Fiat 500 TwinAir and I watch the Fiat forum -
in the UK it seems very often they trade the old 3 year old 500 on a new 500 - it is a "cult" car as much as the Rocc.
Some couples have one each - like "his" and "hers" 500s.

Been quite a few changes since you got yours - (for me) the icing on the cake is the 3 gauges - particularly the boost gauge.
Although must admit that I have no use for the lap timer
Saw your post on another thread, the resale seems good - depreciation about 12% per year compared to about 15% on a Commodore


Someone on the Whirlpool forums described the look of the Rocco as a 'squashed breadvan'! Personal opinion I guess.

They probably couldn't afford one or had too many kids to fit in the back :rolleyes:
Got nothing against kids - got 5 of my own, all grown up now so I could have bought a 2 seater
But I love squashed breadvans !!

BTW - how did you go with the scrape ??

[Scratchyratface]

I tend to move onto something else once I've had one model, have got a few idea's but will need to convince the finance manager at home :)
the scrape annoys me as they have scratched the alloy and also the rear bumper and left a mark on the main body of the car which I can't seem to polish out. It needs some work at the body shop, would like to get a few of the stone chips fixed up at the same time but can't get the time to leave it with a shop so they can address it :(

[AnDyStYLe]

For those that had there windows tinted, did they need to remove any trims to perform the job and if so did you get any trim rattles or loose fitment (e.g. broken clips etc.) in the trims after the fact?

I'm thinking about getting some tinting done but and bit concerned about needing the trims to be removed to get a proper tint job done 🤔

Any input is much appreciated.

Cheers,

Andy

[Blue103TDIDSG]

For those that had there windows tinted, did they need to remove any trims to perform the job and if so did you get any trim rattles or loose fitment (e.g. broken clips etc.) in the trims after the fact?

I'm thinking about getting some tinting done but and bit concerned about needing the trims to be removed to get a proper tint job done ��

Any input is much appreciated.

Cheers,

Andy

Hi Andy
Had mine done about 12 months back - only the front (door) windows
Discussed the "process" before I let them loose
Guy said that they over-ride a position switch that allows the window to extend further out
Guess that allows then to work below the normal "closed" position
As far as I know they did not remove the door cards or any trim at all
Cheers
Chris

[AnDyStYLe]

^ Thanks for the input Chris...

Yeah I'd definitely be discussing the process with them beforehand.

Never heard about overriding a position switch, will have to try do more research on this.

Cheers,

Andy

[tigger73]

Just had my 2 front windows tinted today. If you open the front doors and then stick your finger in the latch mechanism on the door, the glass will extend to the "fully closed" position. That way when they put the tint on they can get right to the bottom without having to remove any trims.

Job took 40 minutes and the guy used a heat gun on the bottom to cure it quicker than normal to make sure that the film didn't move when you open/close the doors. General rule is not to move the windows for 48 hours but you can't avoid opening/closing the doors which moves it a cm each time.

I ended up going 35% (darkest legal) on the fronts so it doesn't match the privacy glass but still looks OK.