Window Tinting by Trayci @ Dr. Vinyl

EvolvedAK · 07-13-2007, 09:20 PM

Well we seem to get a good amount of people interested in getting tint done. So I figured I would give a review of my experience.

Trayci is the lady who used to personally come to Northstart and do window tinting. She recently has purchased Dr. Vinyl (Located on 76th before King street) and now only does tinting at her shop. Also to note is that Northstart no longer offers window tinting, they highly recommend her though.

Anyways, I decided to go with 20% all the way around. Currently she is running a discounted special on window tinting. I got mine done for $214.00 (please note she only accepts cash or checks) The work is backed by a lifetime warranty from all the typical problems tint can have. (Bubbles, fading, peeling, ect.) I made an appointment to have the tint done last saturday however, was exhausted from work and fell asleep through my appointment. I got the day off on tuesday so I gave her a call around 10am. She was able to squeeze me in on that exact day to get the tint done. Dropped the car off around 11am-12noon. Told her their was no rush and I would pick up the car later in the evening. Car was done by 5pm'ish and ready to go.

Work looked great. Had the minor bubbles that eventually cured and disappeared. The rear window maintained some minor bubbles, however I was told by Trayci to come in a few days later for touch ups because this can happen. I came in today to get the touch ups done. Took less than 10min. Tint looks great and I have no complaints. Trayci gave a great customer support and answered all my questions. So if anyone wants to get tint done I highly recommend to go to her. I know many have complained about 2nd to none and Shades of competition so I think many people would be pleased to go to Dr. Vinyl for work.

- Great customer support
- Lifetime warranty
- Work done was 10/10 IMO
- Couldn't ask for any better

Additional thanks to Ralph for recommending her when I gave him a call.

And thanks to Sarah for lending me your car while the work got done.

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Mavrik · 07-13-2007, 09:33 PM

Hmmm... I need to get my windows done too.

EvolvedAK · 07-13-2007, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Mavrik

Hmmm... I need to get my windows done too.

I thought you did already? Or was that an idea in mind?

Hi-Speed Solutions · 07-13-2007, 09:35 PM

I already spoke to JUSTIN. She is honoring his prices and he refers a lot of the "illegal" window tinting to her because of the new law. He knows I have legal tinting so it's not a problem for us.

RawCode · 07-13-2007, 09:41 PM

I have been wanting to get some tinting done too. hrm.

Receipt · 07-13-2007, 09:43 PM

I'm not used to Alaska tint laws. What exactly are they? Here is what a random search showed:

Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 5 inches of the windshield.
Front Side Windows: No tint can be applied legally to this window.
Back Side Windows: Must allow more than 37% of light in.
Rear Window: Must allow more than 37% of light in.

240STi · 07-13-2007, 09:44 PM

Are there any pics?

Hi-Speed Solutions · 07-13-2007, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Receipt

I'm not used to Alaska tint laws. What exactly are they? Here is what a random search showed:

Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 5 inches of the windshield.
Front Side Windows: No tint can be applied legally to this window.
Back Side Windows: Must allow more than 37% of light in.
Rear Window: Must allow more than 37% of light in.

it's nothing on the front windows and 40% on the rear.

EvolvedAK · 07-13-2007, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 240STi

Are there any pics?

I can try and get some pics if I can find my camera.

For anyone wondering here is an example of how 20% looks from the side on a cloudy day.

Minimaul · 07-13-2007, 09:55 PM

I talked to Northstart earlier this week and they gave me her number. I was going to call her, but I ended up being busy. I'm going to call on Monday and hopefully set-up an appointment to get mine done.

Matthew1316 · 07-14-2007, 05:33 AM

Ok as for legality I can let you know what is legal seeing I got pulled over for it about an hour ago. The front windows can be no more then 70%. The Back Windows is 40%. This is for passenger cars. The rules for trucks are different.

SleeperLGT · 07-14-2007, 05:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matthew1316

Ok as for legality I can let you know what is legal seeing I got pulled over for it about an hour ago. The front windows can be no more then 70%. The Back Windows is 40%. This is for passenger cars. The rules for trucks are different.

This is correct, but you have to remember that a stock window only lets in around 75% of light to begin with. So really any tint on the front is illegal.
Same applies to the rear, if you have them install 40%, it's only letting in around 15-20%. You can get away with more on the cargo area on SUV's.
My recommendation is to at least make sure that you're visible through the driver's window.

soldmyboxster · 07-14-2007, 06:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Receipt

I'm not used to Alaska tint laws. What exactly are they? Here is what a random search showed:

Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 5 inches of the windshield.
Front Side Windows: No tint can be applied legally to this window.
Back Side Windows: Must allow more than 37% of light in.
Rear Window: Must allow more than 37% of light in.

Per this, I'm easily illegal on both cars. I've got 20% all around on both. Never get hassled, though, because I never drive the Boxster and the Prius is too quiet.

Matthew1316 · 07-14-2007, 08:37 PM

I put on 35% over the factory tint in glass, and it read 25%.

LowNSlowNeon · 07-15-2007, 12:01 AM

Someone should find out how much it'd be for a 2 door car

It was $170 I think at 2nd to none?

Minimaul · 07-15-2007, 02:09 AM

$170 was what I paid at 2nd to None last year. I heard it has gone up though.

Shades of Competition quoted me $220.

subnoize · 07-15-2007, 03:05 AM

I had mine done over at car toyz a few weeks back. It looks great and they beat all other prices in town. He did a great job. I also pulled up with a flat tire (stupid nail) and they were very helpful. Pulled the tire off and the guys over at Underground patched it no charge.

missiceblast · 07-15-2007, 03:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matthew1316

Ok as for legality I can let you know what is legal seeing I got pulled over for it about an hour ago. The front windows can be no more then 70%. The Back Windows is 40%. This is for passenger cars. The rules for trucks are different.

DAMN sorry you got pulled over! BUT thanks for the info!!!! Good to meet you yesterday BTW!

Matthew1316 · 07-15-2007, 03:50 PM

Not a problem, not sure what I'm going to do yet, but I do need to talk to my eye doctor.

07-13-2007, 09:20 PM	#1
EvolvedAK Scooby Specialist Member#: 100354 Join Date: Nov 2005 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Anchorage, Alaska Vehicle: 2002 Chevy2DLevee AKLGT's Living Accessory	Window Tinting by Trayci @ Dr. Vinyl Well we seem to get a good amount of people interested in getting tint done. So I figured I would give a review of my experience. Trayci is the lady who used to personally come to Northstart and do window tinting. She recently has purchased Dr. Vinyl (Located on 76th before King street) and now only does tinting at her shop. Also to note is that Northstart no longer offers window tinting, they highly recommend her though. Anyways, I decided to go with 20% all the way around. Currently she is running a discounted special on window tinting. I got mine done for $214.00 (please note she only accepts cash or checks) The work is backed by a lifetime warranty from all the typical problems tint can have. (Bubbles, fading, peeling, ect.) I made an appointment to have the tint done last saturday however, was exhausted from work and fell asleep through my appointment. I got the day off on tuesday so I gave her a call around 10am. She was able to squeeze me in on that exact day to get the tint done. Dropped the car off around 11am-12noon. Told her their was no rush and I would pick up the car later in the evening. Car was done by 5pm'ish and ready to go. Work looked great. Had the minor bubbles that eventually cured and disappeared. The rear window maintained some minor bubbles, however I was told by Trayci to come in a few days later for touch ups because this can happen. I came in today to get the touch ups done. Took less than 10min. Tint looks great and I have no complaints. Trayci gave a great customer support and answered all my questions. So if anyone wants to get tint done I highly recommend to go to her. I know many have complained about 2nd to none and Shades of competition so I think many people would be pleased to go to Dr. Vinyl for work. - Great customer support - Lifetime warranty - Work done was 10/10 IMO - Couldn't ask for any better Additional thanks to Ralph for recommending her when I gave him a call. And thanks to Sarah for lending me your car while the work got done. * Registered users of the site do not see these ads. Last edited by EvolvedAK; 07-13-2007 at 10:01 PM.

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07-13-2007, 09:33 PM	#2
Mavrik Scooby Guru Member#: 90347 Join Date: Jul 2005 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Anchorage AK Vehicle: 2013 BRZ & Imp 2.5RS Yamaha FZ8	Hmmm... I need to get my windows done too.

07-13-2007, 09:35 PM	#4
Hi-Speed Solutions Vendor Member#: 143099 Join Date: Mar 2007 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Alaska Vehicle: 2008 AW STI Rockin' the hatch!	I already spoke to JUSTIN. She is honoring his prices and he refers a lot of the "illegal" window tinting to her because of the new law. He knows I have legal tinting so it's not a problem for us.

07-13-2007, 09:41 PM	#5
RawCode Scooby Specialist Member#: 3115 Join Date: Dec 2000 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Anchorage,AK USA Vehicle: 2002 Impreza 2.5RS Silver	I have been wanting to get some tinting done too. hrm.

07-13-2007, 09:43 PM	#6
Receipt Scooby Newbie Member#: 153208 Join Date: Jul 2007 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Elmendorf AFB Vehicle: 2007 Impreza STI Black	I'm not used to Alaska tint laws. What exactly are they? Here is what a random search showed: Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed on the top 5 inches of the windshield. Front Side Windows: No tint can be applied legally to this window. Back Side Windows: Must allow more than 37% of light in. Rear Window: Must allow more than 37% of light in.

07-13-2007, 09:44 PM	#7
240STi Scooby Newbie Member#: 130400 Join Date: Oct 2006 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: A-town Vehicle: 08 Evo X Here I COME!!!!	Are there any pics?

07-13-2007, 09:55 PM	#10
Minimaul Scooby Specialist Member#: 116296 Join Date: May 2006 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Hoth Vehicle: 1997 M3 Black	I talked to Northstart earlier this week and they gave me her number. I was going to call her, but I ended up being busy. I'm going to call on Monday and hopefully set-up an appointment to get mine done.

07-14-2007, 05:33 AM	#11
Matthew1316 Scooby Newbie Member#: 148441 Join Date: May 2007 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Portland, OR Eagle River, AK Vehicle: 2013 S4 2003 WRB Wrx(sold)	Ok as for legality I can let you know what is legal seeing I got pulled over for it about an hour ago. The front windows can be no more then 70%. The Back Windows is 40%. This is for passenger cars. The rules for trucks are different.

07-14-2007, 08:37 PM	#14
Matthew1316 Scooby Newbie Member#: 148441 Join Date: May 2007 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Portland, OR Eagle River, AK Vehicle: 2013 S4 2003 WRB Wrx(sold)	I put on 35% over the factory tint in glass, and it read 25%.

07-15-2007, 12:01 AM	#15
LowNSlowNeon Scooby Specialist Member#: 79106 Join Date: Jan 2005 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Biloxi, MS Vehicle: 1998	Someone should find out how much it'd be for a 2 door car It was $170 I think at 2nd to none?

07-15-2007, 02:09 AM	#16
Minimaul Scooby Specialist Member#: 116296 Join Date: May 2006 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Hoth Vehicle: 1997 M3 Black	$170 was what I paid at 2nd to None last year. I heard it has gone up though. Shades of Competition quoted me $220.

07-15-2007, 03:05 AM	#17
subnoize Scooby Newbie Member#: 122460 Join Date: Aug 2006 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Moore, OK Vehicle: 2004 WRX JBP	I had mine done over at car toyz a few weeks back. It looks great and they beat all other prices in town. He did a great job. I also pulled up with a flat tire (stupid nail) and they were very helpful. Pulled the tire off and the guys over at Underground patched it no charge.

07-15-2007, 03:50 PM	#19
Matthew1316 Scooby Newbie Member#: 148441 Join Date: May 2007 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Portland, OR Eagle River, AK Vehicle: 2013 S4 2003 WRB Wrx(sold)	Not a problem, not sure what I'm going to do yet, but I do need to talk to my eye doctor.