Blacking out the SS - suggestions/advice?

[Sheik]

Hey guys - snapped a pic of my new ride on Easter (beautiful day for anything cars! ) with a couple self-made enhancements I've done over the last month (attached).

So far I've used plasti-dip (economical) on the front/back ribbons (middle, not on the chrome), and just a few days ago went ahead with the wheels as well. Not shabby for less than $20.

I'm working on the black-on-black-on-black with chrome accents kind of look (within reason) and I was hoping for suggestions on the window tinting and tail lights.

Windows:
I've heard 35% for windows all around (minus windshield) is legal in this state - does anyone have 35% all around? Pics to show so I can see it on a Camaro (or a good link)? I'm not sure I want to go much darker than that, but I can't be sure until I see it. Any suggestions on places to go, people to get a quote from, or good DIY practice? Not sure if I want to attempt the DIY project, but if it's not too bad, I'm game.

Tail Lights:
I'd like some red seen - I still want to be safe (god forbid I get rear-ended because some old fart or distracted teen "doesn't see my brakes"), but I definitely want to smoke them out. I was thinking 50% smoke, since I already have the "RS" tint. Has anybody gone with a 50% smoke on the already-RS-tinted tails? Best practice (stick-ons or plastic pop-on covers) and good deals? I've seen packages for reverse light smokes too, but then again, that bright light is useful when backing up at night using the rear-view camera - this is my primary car, so I often drive at night.

Any tips/suggestions/comments are appreciated! I'm fairly new to the customizing world.

-Ryan

[Slayer1677]

Hey guys - snapped a pic of my new ride on Easter (beautiful day for anything cars! ) with a couple self-made enhancements I've done over the last month (attached).

So far I've used plasti-dip (economical) on the front/back ribbons (middle, not on the chrome), and just a few days ago went ahead with the wheels as well. Not shabby for less than $20.

I'm working on the black-on-black-on-black with chrome accents kind of look (within reason) and I was hoping for suggestions on the window tinting and tail lights.

Windows:
I've heard 35% for windows all around (minus windshield) is legal in this state - does anyone have 35% all around? Pics to show so I can see it on a Camaro (or a good link)? I'm not sure I want to go much darker than that, but I can't be sure until I see it. Any suggestions on places to go, people to get a quote from, or good DIY practice? Not sure if I want to attempt the DIY project, but if it's not too bad, I'm game.

Tail Lights:
I'd like some red seen - I still want to be safe (god forbid I get rear-ended because some old fart or distracted teen "doesn't see my brakes"), but I definitely want to smoke them out. I was thinking 50% smoke, since I already have the "RS" tint. Has anybody gone with a 50% smoke on the already-RS-tinted tails? Best practice (stick-ons or plastic pop-on covers) and good deals? I've seen packages for reverse light smokes too, but then again, that bright light is useful when backing up at night using the rear-view camera - this is my primary car, so I often drive at night.

Any tips/suggestions/comments are appreciated! I'm fairly new to the customizing world.

-Ryan

Check out my pics on my page. I'm 35% all the way around now.

When it comes to tinting tail lights, reverse lights, side markers, etc. I ordered from bigwormgraphix.net and they came out great. These are stick ons. Easy to put on, very reasonably priced. I like the stick on look more than pop on plastic. Big worm has many different tint grades with a lot of pics to see what they would look like.


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[Cool AirZ28]

ghosted lights

I had my tail lights and rear brake light painted and cleared at a local car customized shop. I got my side markers and led mirrors ghosted through showstoppers. All of the lights shine through brightly even during the day.

[swety1]

you may wanta try g/z sign & design in roselle il #1 630 307 7446 and ask for Dianne or rich they have done to cars for me and do a great job every time!! not a sponsor that subs work out, just great people to work with. hope this will help you out! tell em rick referred you they will take good care of your needs. swety1

[TonyNo]

35% all around here...


Also, the RS tail-lamps are not actually tinted. The inner housing is just black instead of chrome. 50% tint is pretty dark. Showstopper tints lamps a lot, so, shoot him a PM or email.

[Pro Stock John]

I'm 35% you can see through the back window:

[showstopper]

We can help you out. Shoot me a picture with any questions

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[Sheik]

Check out my pics on my page. I'm 35% all the way around now.

When it comes to tinting tail lights, reverse lights, side markers, etc. I ordered from bigwormgraphix.net and they came out great. These are stick ons. Easy to put on, very reasonably priced. I like the stick on look more than pop on plastic. Big worm has many different tint grades with a lot of pics to see what they would look like.


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Thanks a lot - I think I'll go with the DIY for the tail lights then. Sick car, btw! That thing shines like crazy!

I had my tail lights and rear brake light painted and cleared at a local car customized shop. I got my side markers and led mirrors ghosted through showstoppers. All of the lights shine through brightly even during the day.

I'm sensing Showstoppers is a very big name around here... Thanks for the input - really helps!

35% all around here...

Also, the RS tail-lamps are not actually tinted. The inner housing is just black instead of chrome. 50% tint is pretty dark. Showstopper tints lamps a lot, so, shoot him a PM or email.

Thanks, TonyNo - I like the look of 35% on your car there. I really think that will work well for what I'm looking for.

I'm 35% you can see through the back window:

Yeah, that looks perfect. Thanks John!


Looks like Showstopper is the guy to talk to! Thanks for all of the input, everyone - I'll make sure to post my progress!