Finally! A video that offers a full explanation of multiple products. Pros and cons. Thank you.

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

i appreciate your support boss!!

@heribertohernandez1320

9 ай бұрын

​@mikesanchez1428 What is your opinion on SunTek Evolve line up compared to other ceramics?

I'm currently carrying Xpel and Llumar. I don't really prefer one over the other. They each have their pros and cons for installing. Llumar shrinks like butter and has the best color in my opinion. Xpel shrinks well too but takes WAY more heat to shrink. Xpel also has a crazy aggressive adhesive. I installed some Xpel on a smoker's car and it was insane! I had to use so much slip in my solution and it was still popping when I was positioning the patterns. My favorite thing about Xpel is their scratch resistance. I honestly don't even have to wrap my black teflon card when installing this stuff. Never scratches. At the end of the day though, I put the Llumar on my personal vehicle. It doesn't perform quite as well as the Xpel but I couldn't tell in a real world scenario I think. I just love the color of the Llumar. Great video! Thanks for your input.

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

100% agree on all u said...i appreciate u viewing!!

great video and solid review. I appreciate the objectivity of your reviews/comparisons showing us the live numbers. I'm glad I found this vid in my tint research!

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks boss..i appreciate u viewing

Im really happy you TheTexas OG Tinter breaks down the Facts! Color means happy clients. I’m all in with Xpel Prime XR Ceramic Black this film has the perfect OEM look always happy SUV customers. Keep up the great video and best regards from OG Tintdude Lorenzotintny

Very informative. Thank you so much for all the great info.

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks boss

Great video ! We absolutely love Xpel XR plus because of the Scrach resistance coating is amazing and on windshield Tinting with other products I have finished up and pulled outside and notice fine scratch and then I'm pulling off film but with Xpel I have never seen a scratch no matter how hard I push. The infared block is awesome and the blue look you see inside my showroom and installing but when its out side in daylight we all think it looks amazing. I know LLumar makes awesome products and I like the film you represent for them but have never used it but if I had a second choice I'm sure I'd try that film. Last note : Xpel XR Plus shrinks so good and its thick and it shrinks perfectly and it can take the heat guns up close and I have never ever burned it not even on the hardest rear window or windshields. Again this is my film ( Xpel ) and I've been in buisness or have been filming for 26 years straight. Great Video sir!

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

Never say never😅😅...sure garware films have a great scratch coat but i have put fine lines on em feom using a card with teflon on... window film should be viewed as a cars clear coat...if you hand wash it it will last longer...etc... Also the burn film thing..all gilms are just plastic..gimme film...ill burn it if i need to...especially on hard vw beetle rear windows... But yes they are suoerior on scratch coatings..i just hate that blue color(tungsten) on lighter vlts...as stated in vid... Thanks for following!!

Thanks for your honesty Great review 👍✌️🇨🇦🇺🇸

@mikesanchez1428

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate your support 🙏❤

Thanks for this video Mike.....We're a Llumar dealer and have been using IRX for a couple years now. However, we tried Xpel XR Prime Plus and absolutely loved how it shrunk and just how the squeegee glides versus the Llumar where it's a lot more tacky. However, I don't like Xpel's requirements and how you have to move all of your products - PPF, Ceramic Coatings, and Tint while maintaining a certain volume to get access to films and also DAP. We like having flexibility of choosing which film is right for the project and I think Eastman has been way more supportive in terms of marketing and support for their dealers without being so demanding like Xpel sometimes.....

@mikesanchez1428

6 ай бұрын

100000% correct...thats why sooo many people dislike x...

Great Explanation!

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your support boss!!!

Very nice job. Good video.

@mikesanchez1428

7 ай бұрын

thanks boss

Nice reviews!! I’m glad you pointed Xpel is a Garware product..or maybe?..I read that it was a Garware product somewhere too..On a tint forum I believe..For me Prime Xpel came out of nowhere as a window film company they were known for a great ppf..Even Solarfx blew up..I believe they are very similar..But whoever the CEO’s are for them should get a raise for the job they have done,Making a name in the market..Garware is amazing and has many babies or distributors:Global/Express/Armolan/Solarfx etc..and maybe prime Xpel? But I do like Suncontrol and I am putting it on a trial test..Also like the fact that it actually has the Garware name on its boxes..There website needs a bit of improvement IMO..

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

The more money they pour on websites n such it will raise the cost of product...so we'll leave it alone

Yeah buddy, I kill it tinting from my garage and Im the guy in my town with the purchasing power!!!! Good video man! Wish you would have had Avery Dennison Ceramic in the mix Mike. Keep on keeping on bro Avery Dennison NR dyed 20 is just about as bang on for factory match Ive come across, or possible Madico Black Pearl 20 too

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

sup my man...yep avery dennison matches factory super super well...i had their ceramic, installed it, and looked at the numbers, they seem to be in par with global, its a bit, just a bit, thinner than global, but it shrinks way better than global, and the factory colors are super super super factory pleasing...the costing is a tad higher than global, and thats the reason it might not sell as much as global, but the name helps out brand recognition for sure...thanks for viewing my man!!!

Almost shelled $$$ for blue tint, so glad you made this vid! My goal, keep as much heat out, primarily for kids. SUV, factory tint, was planning XR Plus30 for front..wasn’t sure about rest, Plus 55 for windshield. However, given my OCD the blue hue will bother me forever…especially given the cost! Got yourself a subscriber!

@costantineyoussif6679

Жыл бұрын

I’m going back to redo the tint work , I had 35% sides and rear 70% front windshield xpel xr plus and I feel I’m in a purple land , it does have a hue blueish/purplish which threw me off and it feels like a cheap film not a very high quality film at all, probably I’ll gave up the performance and go with the XR black and might to 30% so hopefully it has a blackish/charcoal hue !! Any thoughts

@cbot375

Жыл бұрын

@@costantineyoussif6679 I have noticed no such hue

@mikesanchez1428

7 ай бұрын

correct...blue for wshield or sides..sometimes is annoying af

@mikesanchez1428

7 ай бұрын

thanks boss....

Great video, please add Johnson, Armolan and Solarguard on your next review video -)

Great video. I wish Madico was included but all well. Good work man.

@mikesanchez1428

Жыл бұрын

Madico has no film worthy off comparison here...

@JT-ld5kh

Жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 lasts longer than 3M

I have been told that Xpel film is manufactured by Global. I could be wrong but it's a pretty reliable source.

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

Global doesn't make film...global is a film manufactured by garware....

I remember buying tons of Rayno because of your testings, hopefully this one will check the the test of time. No magic film is ideal if it doesn’t last. I love your videos though , I’m just now concerned about the main aspect “LONGEVITY”.

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

Correct boss!!!

You are right about the Wincos that's why I never bought it it's a Madico product I use their Black Pearl ceramic it matches well with Factory I use their whole black pearl line and it comes in various sizes Black Pearl metal free , Pearl High Performance and black pearl nano-ceramic. The blue that you're seeing in most of the film is from the ceramic layer not so much the die

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

correct boss

Thanks for sharing... Any opinion between Xpel vs Nanoflex? Thanks

have you ever tried nanoflex? their film is very close to the XR plus but not as blue and more charcoal they say

@mikesanchez1428

Жыл бұрын

These are top films!!!

YES!before i even started playing the vid

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for viewing bossman!!!!

Quick question I am looking for glare reduction not the ir and such. What do you suggest? Any clear films that reduce glare?

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

Glare is light..so clear...and light control don't go in same sentence.. Glare control needs darker color to be reduced..the darker the film...tge higher the glare control.. Dirty

Living and driving in California highways, for the past 15 years, Ive gone through 4 different vehicles in which each had 15-20% ceramic film on the 2 front side windows, and 7-10% for the 3 rear windows. As well as a very light llumar air series on the windshield and sunroof, I believe they were 85-90%. Ive never been pulled over by a cop or questioned for my window tint. I also see many vehicles on the road with similar or even darker shades all around. Yes, California does have a window tint law, but it is very unclear as there's no clear definition to what is legal and illegal. Due to the fact some cars may have dark interior and light interior which dictate the appearance of the shade each window tint (percent of visibility, color, shades, brands, all variables that determine appearance) is viewed from the outside, looking in. Its under the enforcing officer judgement if a fix it ticket is issue for tint that may appear a distraction to the driver or other motorist sharing the road. Also, the fix it ticket gives the vehicles owner options to either have the tint removed and pay a small fine (20-30$ inspection) or pay a larger fine (150-200$) and leave them the way they are and move on. Most people just pay the larger fine and leave the tint the way it is and move on since the cost of the tint usually exceed the fine. There are some installers, that provide fix it ticket insurance here in California, where they will remove and reinstall the tint for free if a fix it ticket is issued to you. Yes, you might get pulled over again for tint violation, but it is very highly unlikely unless you vehicle screams look at me in some obnoxious way!!!.

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

Correct!!

@mo-215

2 жыл бұрын

I heard from LE contact that they are largely not enforcing the tint laws anymore. I have had fill 5% all around (not windshield) for at least two years in CA and no issues. Pulled right next up to law, no issues.

Is there a way to tell the difference visually between regular tint vs ceramic? Perhaps using UV sunglasses?

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

Not really..thats why purchasing from a reputable dealer is key..or have a meter to test IR block...great question..consumers must protect themselves from "tricky" dealers claiming this or that!! Dirty 🔥 🔥

Hey Mike. I can't seem to find any reviews of Express Window Films on the Tube. What is your opinion on EWF's?

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

please inbox me facebook messenger..or call me 956 212 2388..lengthy...i hate typing...thanks a bunch boss!!

What a nice review amigo mío. I have a question, here in my country I don't have either options for ceramic tint at all, so I want to import a roll of tint to install it myself. Where could I find online a roll of xpel or llumar? I have a freight forwarder, so don't worry about international shipping, I only need it to be shipped to my freight forwarder that is located in US territory. Sorry my bad English hermano

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

Its still gonna cost a "nut " to import..if u need further assistance reach out in messenger..Mike sanchez

Hey Mike, great review. Care to weigh in on Spectra Photosync? The number they put out are almost too good to be true.

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

To be honest i don't wanna waste my time with that...spectra never took off..must be a reason for that...look into the new offerings like xpel..solar gard..llumar ...they have nice high IR block products..3m also has their new Ceramic IR which is priced right and shrinks well...unlike the Crystalline... Dirty

Hey Mike, Can you recommend some good 10% tint films that's close to factory color? Thanks.

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

10% is not factory %...its 20%

thanks for the video. have you worked on johnson’s insulatir? wondering how do they compare against xpel

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

It doesn't...sorry... But ither great films like llumar IRX...solar gard xenith and wincos are in the same league as xpels best😘😘😘👊👊👊💪💪💪👏👏👏👏

@DekGT5mad

3 жыл бұрын

Johnson's InsulateIR also suffers ghosting of the lamination adhesive from shrinking extremely easily, slowing down install time & tends to suffer badly from low angle haze & "doubling" of headlights in the mirror along demister lines through poor refraction characteristics over the raised sections. I had to work with it for a few yrs & I'd honestly rather work with the early 2000's 3M "Black" (CS-35) , which is really saying something!

What happens if you put the xpel over the factory tint in the rear and on the front windows? would the blue be as noticeable then as opposed to only the front and the rear factory?

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

Medium and dark film xpel..doesn't look blue.. But front light film will look blue...especially because there's no factory film on those 2 fronts..thats my peeve..the blye color not matching rest of factory charcoal color..

@hollyamos7201

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 thank you! Super helpful. I was thinking over going over the whole vehicle and then not see the blue. Appreciate this video!

Mike, getting tints on, what's a good price range I should expect to install xpel on a 4 door car, honda accord? not the front windshield..

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

What are u charging now???

@ToddTinley

2 жыл бұрын

As a customer I was quoted $700 + $300 for windshield on Toyota Camry.

I’m not sure if you’ve ever worked with autobahn i3 film or heard of it. But how would you compare the XR plus vs their brand? Asking cause I wanna get my windshield done in 35% on my car and the 2 shops I got a quote for both charging me the same price. Which would you say would be better film option?

@mikesanchez1428

9 ай бұрын

Both high quality..it's lika ford vs chevy vs toyota vs honda question.. Whoever u comfortable with as a shop.. go there! Dirty ✌️ ✌️

Hey Mike, Would you say XR is better than CTX in real life testing rather than on paper?

@mikesanchez1428

7 ай бұрын

xr is metallized...correct? if that is correct, ctx is ceramic and has an advantage for no signal interference...as far as heat block, same.

If you know about ceramic coating DIY with proper prep work, which ones you recommend?

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

I don't have enough information on that....sorry!!

I was wondering about Geoshield, I can't find anything online from anyone thats used it or had it but a guy around here uses it and swears by it- it's also 2 mil thick compared to most 1.5 mil and wondered how that would affect it's preformance...better or worse?

@mikesanchez1428

10 ай бұрын

Its a similar product to Xpel...use it with all the confidence on the world!!

Did Xpel fix the blue hue? Llumar still offer best factory color match?

@mikesanchez1428

Жыл бұрын

No they haven't...llumar does offer a color that is better matching with superb quality

How does the XR Plus affect the internal temperature of a vehicle under prolonged exposure to higher outside temps?

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

All films can stop heat. When driving windows get cooled down by outside air..and air conditioning...a parked car will be as hot as an untinted car after like 30 minutes...called geat gain...glass with IR absorbing components will get hot in sun...thanks for viewing bossman!! Dirty 🔥 🔥

@iforgotwhatiwasdoin

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 Good answer, thank you!

How do you compare Avery Dennison Nano Cermic ir to Suntek Cir ?

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

My little experience with avery tint is that it lasts about 3 years until adhesive fails...good typical time for south heat area...suntek might be a tad better especially in heat block...facts..thanks for viewing

@24:28 what window film is that? Rayno? Gray? Dray? Raytech window film? I don't really care about color/hue and I'm fine with a green hue

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

xpel window film

Question should i go llumar irx, global nano ceramic or xpel xr plus 23' year cars?

@mikesanchez1428

7 ай бұрын

all those are good...chose the better installing dealer in your area..

If you had the option to chose between Llumar IR and xpel plus which one would you chose? I’m looking to do 5% on all windows except windshield.

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

In 5% it won't matter...in light film llumar all the way because it has an attractive color...in dark both are black in a way u can't tell that it is blue in color(xr plus)

@cesarmiramontes2377

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your feedback sir. One place is charging me $300 for llumar irx 5%. The other is charging $640 for the xpel xr plus 5%. I just wanted to know if it’s a huge difference in the level of sun blocking I would get. $640 is a bit expensive for my taste.

@davidd7175

3 жыл бұрын

Xpel = $$$. I was quoted $850 for a small sedan no windshield and $1200+ with.

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

@@davidd7175 facts is...any1 cud charge that amount of money now..or 5 to 10 years ago..u mean yo tell me all sudden using a brand makes more money??? Its true for 3m because of their market presence and people don't question the film...abd they really should as 3m doesn't even make their(most) film... Sell yourself..and ur company first..and of course using a solid product is important...and u can sell for whatever u need..xpel has superb marketing and that really helps sell the product...how much is up to every shop owner.. Thanks for ur wonderful input Dirty

@sspringss2727

Жыл бұрын

@Mike Sanchez I'm planning on either 20/15 all around are you saying the blue hue that you originally stated won't be visibly on shades before 35%?

Im in the las vegas heat. And would like advise on which film to go with for heat rejection. Autoban i3 or Expel XR PLUS.. THANKS

@mikesanchez1428

10 ай бұрын

Flip a coin...both are excellent products.. Visit dealers close to u. Whoever u like...SOLD!!...

@mancilln1971

10 ай бұрын

@mikesanchez1428 Great Thanks.. One more question. Do u recommend any other ti nt brand besides those 2 I mentioned?

@mikesanchez1428

10 ай бұрын

@mancilln1971 there are other great great products...for sure.. This is really a "whats better"? Ford..chevy. Toyota..honda..Mazda ..nissan..tesla..etc..etc... Products that have over 90% IR block...are preferred

Do you have an opinion on solar gard xenithIR and the color?

@mikesanchez1428

6 ай бұрын

Luv it...snd great color...performs tops...i have metered it..superb stuff

When you say xpel shows blue against the factory dark tint. How noticable are you talking on the front two windows?

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

When people complain..its noticeable...its very very noticeable..like blue n green are different... Dirty

@sspringss2727

Жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 is this blue visible with shades 30% or lower?

@mikesanchez1428

Жыл бұрын

@@sspringss2727 lower meaning darker? Then answer is ...darker hides most of blue

@sspringss2727

Жыл бұрын

@Mike Sanchez ok I'm at a toss up between global nano ceramic or xpel xr plus... which should i get?

Expel or maxpro??

I've been quoted 800 for xr, 1000 for xr+ for windshield, pano roof, and all sides. Also everything from 800-1400 for llumar irx, pinnacle and stratos and air. So confused rn. A few other brands quoted around 1300+ also

@mikesanchez1428

Жыл бұрын

Those are all very close in specs..chose the best service in ur area..its like a chevy ford vs Toyota vs honda question really

@bigdaddy4u2njoy

Жыл бұрын

@Mike Sanchez I get you! My top choice was llumar films but xpels are looking great also now. Are there any other top brands comparable? Thanks for the advice

@mikesanchez1428

Жыл бұрын

@@bigdaddy4u2njoy yes..solargard vortex IR....wincos...autobahn I3..and others..i even private label one now thats 93% IR block...

Great info- looking to going 5% all around as I only drive in the hot sun- which one would you recommend? Llumar, 3M, Suntek?

@mikesanchez1428

Жыл бұрын

Whatever dealer is close to you...all great products...chose whoever you trust as a shop!!

@chrisvan8638

Жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 Thanks. I’m leaning towards the llumar as the price seems much better as they are running a promo but in your opinion which level or llumar ceramic is not the cheapest or most expensive. Just looking for guidance to tell the installer.

@mikesanchez1428

Жыл бұрын

@@chrisvan8638 IRX

@chrisvan8638

Жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 IRX or Flexfilm? Appreciate the responses brother.

what are your thoughts on comparing Autobahn Black Ceramic vs XPEL XR Black Ceramic? I understand the i3 and Plus are better, but for both their “best” options, I was wondering which one you think would be a better choice. Thank you!

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

Ford vs chevy kinda deal...i personally love the I3 better because of the color hues vs the xr plus blue color🤢🤢... Both do an amazing job and both have excellent customer service after the sale.. Thanks for following!!

Mike, need a small piece of film. Can I buy from you?

Mike can you tell me your opinion between xpel xr plus and xr black? I cannot decide. Hope to hear your opinion regarding performance and color. I am thinking 70% windshield and 30% for the rest on my model y. Hopefully to achieve a more uniform color for at least the windshield and front windows. Thank you.

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

Plus is the higher IR block film..but the lighter (35% and lighter) is blue in appearance...the black...is more charcoal looking but less IR BLOCK

@IronCan88

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 I really like xr plus performance but hope to achieve uniform color. Do you think I can do xr plus 30% all windows and xr black windshield? That way I keep neutral color and maximize heat rejection. Thank you so much!

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

@@IronCan88 30% all around is koo...wshield in black will look neutral on wshield...so just go all blue n let customer decide...don't mention anything about color.. I have had many customers complain about color not matching rear factory glass color...i used this and wincos..same high quality material..but too blue for my customers

@IronCan88

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 actually I am the customer and I learned a lot from you. I will do 30% xr plus all around, then do 70% xr black on windshield that way everything stays neutral charcoal color when I look out the window. You are the best!! Happy New Year!

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

@@IronCan88 do xr plus all car..including wshield..it will look uniform..black won't look bad..just performance is better on plus... But..its ur wallet..u decide..!! Happy new year my man!!

Hi, mike, great video, where can I buy Xpel ceramic for feet? I wanna upgrade the film for two of my car

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

Google ur nearest dealer bossman!!! Or inbox all ur info here n i send sum1 ur way!!!

@emmatrauberman1686

4 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 you can go right to there website and purchase the film directly from Xpel

What is a good flim that is almost clear for front windshield

@mikesanchez1428

11 ай бұрын

Too many to mention...89% vlt to 70 % vlt...ceramic only

Hello Mike, have you ever tried Geoshield? If so, whats your opinion of it? Thanks

@mikesanchez1428

Ай бұрын

It is awesome ...high quality window film!!!

@HEADBANGRR

Ай бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 All Right thanks

Best 70 film for a windshield is which one?

@woodsoncircle

3 жыл бұрын

3M Crystalline

What is your experience with Solar Guard VortexIR?

@mikesanchez1428

7 ай бұрын

great product...

What about 3m crystalline ? What color is that?

@mikesanchez1428

Жыл бұрын

It's the brown one...

Would you be able to review Huper Optik and Lumar as well as XPEL XR Plus? @mike Sanchez

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

Yes..but i don't because huoer has a better heat block overall(drei) but doesn't have dark vlt....and doesn'tshrinkfir faaak...cause it wasn'tmade for cars..so no bueno.. Xr plus is tops for heat block and all dark vlt..and shrinks 👍 Dirty

@bobbymassi3068

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 Agree with XR plus with having a nice dark VLT their 15% VLT is like 12. Lulu's line including F1 15% is like a 19 -20% VLT too light esp. on all these tesla's white interior. Stratos is too blue with that air blue layer.

@PhaseSkater

2 жыл бұрын

@@bobbymassi3068 since when does xr plus have a 15? their site says only 20 then down to 5

@jegerm6752

4 ай бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 Huper Drei isnt made for cars? I have it on my car. The Huper dealer never told me that when they were installing it lol. Sneaky bastards. Luckily it's been on my car for 14 years without issue. It's the absolute best tint I've had in terms of heat rejection. Even the newer tints dont come close to it. BUT it contains metal, and it blocks GPS signal in my car. Carplay becomes wonky and my dash cam is unable to get a GPS lock at all. For that reason alone, I can't use it on my other cars. Getting xpel next.

erm,whats the price of IRX caz i kinda lost you when you was explaining stratos/formula stuff?Btw can i send you some samples some day and do your thing?I have a reboxer called Armolan (ceramic line in europe is diffrent) and cant find any solid info,all i know is that it performs and feels great

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

Stratos has super great numbers and colors...but their way of making their authorized dealer thing really cripples that line to flourish and sell more

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

I didn't mention price for IRX cause they have a tier system for quantity purchase....but it is about 150 to 200 less than xpel XR plus

@xxxdzv

4 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 yea i thought of that policy after i made the comment.But you helped me figure it out with xr plus example 😛

What's your Top 5 Brands of tint film, in general? Then, in Ceramic? Any email to reach you on?

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

Too many goodies to count !!! Thanks for following Dirty

I have two tint shops near me, one does Llumar IRX for $299, and the other does Llumar Formula One Pinnacle for $299 (Stratos is $499 so to expensive). Would IRX or Pinnacle be better, as specs look about the same?

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

Pinnacle or IRX are more at par with specs..stratos will have a tad edge specs wise than both...but u have to decide whether 10% increase in performance is worth the 2 bills... Have an awesome day!! Thanks for following!!! Dirty

@fauguy23

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 Is Pinnacle and IRX about the same color shade (at 15%) and not "blue"

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

@@fauguy23 u make that decision after u see em..both natural to me

Where’s your tint shop located at?

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

mcallen, texas ....i appreciate you viewing!

Xpel black. Try it out mike that’s your answer.

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

Its ok..overpriced IMO!! Thanks for viewing bossman!!!

@tintlightbynirolllighting2725

4 жыл бұрын

XR Black doesn't have the performance of the Plus. I think its very simple layer the privacy glass to blend the color. Not only will this balance the color it balances the performance. I rather layer so that the back of my customers necks are just as cool as there faces. Huge difference between factory privacy glass performance and a high performance multiple layer ceramic.

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

@@tintlightbynirolllighting2725 correct...i love to sell rear area..tint over tint!!!$$$$

@tintlightbynirolllighting2725

4 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 upselling the rear for performance and blending color is always a good thing. Tint over privacy glass..

@JuicedupGorilla

3 жыл бұрын

@@tintlightbynirolllighting2725 I have factory tint, and I really want the xr plus, but the blueish color keep me thinking. If I put 5% over the rear tinted factory windows and 5% on the front windows, will it match? Will the difference in color be noticeable?

Surprised Suntek isn't there. Is it not even worth considering? I thought they were big enough to get a mention in a good comparison like this. Even if they did get pooped on.

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

nope...not rated at the top of the heap...thanks for viewing bossman!!

@DekGT5mad

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 Suntek has far too much grain in it, the optical clarity is terrible, the carbon & ceramic is a horrible green especially at dark vlt & the adhesive gets "line marks" from the window gaskets when winding up & down hot windows, fails at about 3-7yrs depending on the particular film & you're pretty much guaranteed to scratch it pretty easily when cleaning. Fair enough summary would you think?

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

@@DekGT5mad correct..

@DekGT5mad

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 Thanks 👍 Us old timers got to tell it like it is, film companies don't like it but to them I say the same as you, LISTEN to the installers, simple! 😂

What is your opinion on Solar FX Plus?

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

i am not familiar with it...i only know its made at the same manufacturing plant...private label...thanks for viewing bossman!!

@ericgrishman3212

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 Seems from another one of your videos that you like the brand SolarFX so I have high hopes for their top tier Plus line. Thanks for the reply!!

Thoughts on Avery Dennison nano ceramic?

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

It is very very good film and colors are great!! I have used it...

This is why the only ceramic film that I like is huperoptik

@mikesanchez1428

6 ай бұрын

Great film!!

XR PRIME Black is your factory match, price is much better too $300 less than plus. No blue color

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

Buuuuttt....IR is way less...yes???🤔🤔🤔

@naplestintcompany7568

4 жыл бұрын

Yes , closer to the IRX

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

@@naplestintcompany7568 i like!!!

Would you recommend Rayno s9 over Xpel XR plus ?

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

Rayno s9 has been redone...i tested it a month ago....so now its a matter of installing it and waiting 2 years...if it passes 2 years then i can say...YES I WOULD INSTALL OVER XR PLUS cause i hate blue looking film on my vehicles😅😅😅

@IdeaMusicKen

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 I decided to get Spectra Photosync

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

@@IdeaMusicKen 🤢🤢🤢

@IdeaMusicKen

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 please tell me more… bad experience? I have my appointment scheduled but can always change. It has the highest TSER

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

@@IdeaMusicKen highest TSER or IR necer necessarily means BEST film option... There's the components that make a difference..and hiw film looks "seeing through it"...Rayno id a beautiful film with beautiful branding...but years ago i had tons if adhesive failure from the s9 Nd s5..which leads me to believe all lines have same problem anyway... So there is new film from em now..it is an improvement...but i have to Install it and wait 3 years to see about longevity... Other products in the market are established with higher than 90ish IR block..anything over 90 IR is already winning...you wont feel the difference between 5 points IR block higher or lower...trust me..YOU WON'T!! AND many tests might vaRy in hiw they arrive at IR or tser block... So don't ve swayed on numbers only my man!! Dirty 🔥 🔥

Views on autobahn i3 im looking to go 15% all around on a white type r but i heard its a reflective tint

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

U heard wrong..autobahn i3 is one of the Best films with the best looking color in the market place...there are very very few that had a smidge higher IR block but look faaakin ugly ass blue 🤢🤢🤢 Dirty 🔥 🔥 🔥

@NewEra_CTRs

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 well my second guessing has now subsided lol i was debating on going formula one stratos because “its not reflective” but im staying with i3! You the man Mike! Also didnt get a good feel with the installers here for llumar

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

@@NewEra_CTRs stratos is just as good boss

@NewEra_CTRs

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 Look wise are they the same?

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

@@NewEra_CTRs go cgeck em out urself...its best..

Just watching the first 2 minutes of the video, Llumar IRX color is unbeatable, beautiful charcoal gray. The other film hues look like 💩

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

Yep...

Is it right that xpel films are being made in the Global factory ?

@brianodental1634

3 жыл бұрын

that could be true. a lot of smaller brands are made in larger factories with everything. what usually happens is the own a proprietary tint and they offer some of the technology rights to a larger producer to manufacture their product.

I installed a window tint from ASWF called Dimension IRP 25% for the four doors and windshield and rear window 70% from the numbers, they are the best in the world. IRER 780-2500 is 93% can you verify these numbers?

@mikesanchez1428

6 ай бұрын

Numbers are not best in world...and don't get caught up in the Numbers game..many many Chinese films have 99% IR block but don't last for shit..or have inferior glue..colors...hazy af.. Thats what separates films from FILMS..thanks my man!!

@othman0077

6 ай бұрын

@mikesanchez1428 ASWF stands for American standard window film made in US it's a nano ceramic tint and all around very high in specs, but in terms of IR 780-2500, it is the highest at 93% I think it is the best tint, but I don't have the same device you got to verify it. see thier website

@mikesanchez1428

6 ай бұрын

@othman0077 its not the device you need...just better information...i know who aswf is and the owners..i wasn't referring to them..i was referring to your statement of getting the highest IR is the best thing...its just part of the equation ..thanks boss..

@othman0077

6 ай бұрын

@mikesanchez1428 I see so far, I think it's legit tint just to add on the installer gave me a lifetime warranty I am just surprised no body talk about this company!

@mikesanchez1428

6 ай бұрын

@othman0077 lets chalk that no mention to "tint politics"😆😆

What’s your opinion on solarfx

@mikesanchez1428

2 жыл бұрын

Its a garware baby...great stuff boss

@kykypenn

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 what’s garware

Dirty is my Daddy! Just incase after a year it wasn't said yet. Lol

@mikesanchez1428

7 ай бұрын

thanks boss

Have you ever tested the Xpel Xr Plus against Autobahn Ceramic i3? If so, which performed better? Any dye in Xpel Xr Plus film? What price point is the Xr Plus at installed on an average midsize 4dr? I need to make a choice between i3 and XR Plus for my vehicle. Thanks

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

I have tested both independently...IR wise xr plus has higher...but my review states the blue hue is a major drawback.....for customers...if they accept that hue...then all is well.... Autobahn I3 i have tested...it has 90ish IR block which is Phenomenal....and in my opinion a better looking and super clear product....pricier than xr plus.... So if u have the Clientele autobahn would fit perfect... This is my opinion... Xr costs 1100$ roll Autobahn I3 is 1400$ roll... Still way better than the awful Crystalline product... Dirty

@desmorider747

4 жыл бұрын

@Mike Sanchez Any input on what I posted? Thanks

@GHOST-gq5dk

3 жыл бұрын

@@desmorider747 did you get the prime xr plus?

@desmorider747

3 жыл бұрын

@@GHOST-gq5dk No, I ended up going with c30 Huper Optik.

@mt186

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 how long is a roll? I just got my Camry done in Xpel XR, all windows and windshield $700

What do you think about Rayno S9 tint?

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

I have given extensive answers on product... Its the worlds vest technology and color...but adhesive and color in general...fail prematurely..1 5 years...no good...

@chrgav1286

4 жыл бұрын

Mike Sanchez Did you make a video about it? Because i just had my vehicle tinted and my other vehicle will too.

Hey Mike, have you ever tried or reviewed the Nanoflex film yet? Because Ralph van Pelt, saying that it's a 98% IR rejection. Posted videos comparing it to most popular films. Claiming it's the best heat rejection tint film ever in the market that using carbon Nano ceramic. Is that true? is the Nanoflex is the best?! or just a sales trap?! Thank you.

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

The IR block is not the ONLY factor in qualifying a film to be a good quality product..that is only 1 factor...there are many..but these lines of film are established..unlike that line.. Dirty

Where’s Huperoptik/Autobahn?

@mikesanchez1428

11 ай бұрын

Drei is HUPER ..very very very effective and a tad better in TSER than these...(kinda like crys), but its exterior reflectivity kinda keeps it out of the running here...for auto at least. Autobahn is a rebox of IRX ALMOST with 3 points higher ot IR block than IRX making it a serious contender here... I hadn't fiddled with it at that Time of review...but I would rank it over Global..crystalline..and IRX..and almost over Xpel...xpel is strong in just about every category..just the color for me is NO BUENO..

@Cakewalk.

11 ай бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 thanks for the feedback. Autobahn/Huperoptik I3 is the only brand i like for my car followed by XPEL. Llumar for me is overrated and overpriced for what it advertises it’s functionality.

Dirty is my daddy!

@mikesanchez1428

4 ай бұрын

Absolutely boss 🙌 😎 👌 👏

Irx the king?

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

I think autobahn I3 is for looks..and high IR block..i hate blue color of wincos or xr plus..my opinion..then IRX second..and solargard zenith Ir tied second with IRX...SHRINK WISE..llumar is king there too

@Rson594

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 I booked appointment for an llumar irx tint tomorrow. CAnt wait

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

@@Rson594 u will LUV IT!!!

Compare to Nanoflex and Panaflex

@mikesanchez1428

3 жыл бұрын

I only compare established brands...and popular brands that most use...thanks for the recommendation boss...

@Had22s

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikesanchez1428 I found the comparison between XR, Pana, and Nano. kzread.info/dash/bejne/c2udl8GGZqqam9Y.html

Dirty is my daddy

@mikesanchez1428

4 жыл бұрын

I had 1 beat u on it😫😫😫😂😂😂 Thanks for viewing bossman!!!

Dirty is my Daddy 😂

@mikesanchez1428

10 ай бұрын

Yep...thanks

pointless, for you? it does not matter to lots of people

@mikesanchez1428

7 ай бұрын

thats ur opinion....many customers will immediately commend...or tell you there's something about the color or hue of tint if it doesn't match their factory colored glass.... as an installer, its my job to select the better appealing or better factory color matching films with high IR block...thanks for viewing...

This reviewer is not honest. He is obviously paid by XPEL. He is providing misleading info about the IR spectrum as he is measuring outside the IR range calling it “full spectrum” and using that data to push XPEL. Then he goes off about VLT misrepresenting 3M Crystalline.

@mikesanchez1428

Жыл бұрын

And you would know this how? I am not an xpel fan..nor am i a fan of any film..if you would even know who i am..or what i mean to the industry as an advocate for "installers" not mannys...then u wouldn't climb in here with stupid statements about shit you don't know about... My comments on crys are spot on as i used the product for over 6 years as a 3m dealer...u don't like my honest review..make ur own..and stop saying shit ur not familiar with... Dirty 🔥 🔥

Dirty is my daddy

@mikesanchez1428

Жыл бұрын

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