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Distilled ammonia
« on: February 16, 2011, 10:11:39 AM »
A previous owner put that crappy aftermarket tint on my car's windows and I would like to get rid of it.  A few car forums recommend soaking the window in ammonia and covering it with plastic sheeting like a garbage bag and letting it soak during the day when it's warm outside.  Windex has ammonia in it and I've got plenty of that, but I'm looking for something stronger that will do this more effectively (and quicker).

Do they sell ammonia in bottles at the grocery store the same way they sell vinegar?
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Re: Distilled amonia
« Reply #1 on: February 16, 2011, 10:17:33 AM »
You could try an engineering office that has a wide blueprint printer. They usually have some pretty strong amonia in them... and they change it often and would probably be glad to give you the used stuff to get rid of it.
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Re: Distilled amonia
« Reply #2 on: February 16, 2011, 10:36:00 AM »
Quote from: chris_ on February 16, 2011, 10:11:39 AM
A previous owner put that crappy aftermarket tint on my car's windows and I would like to get rid of it.  A few car forums recommend soaking the window in amonia and covering it with plastic sheeting like a garbage bag and letting it soak during the day when it's warm outside.  Windex has amonia in it and I've got plenty of that, but I'm looking for something stronger that will do this more effectively (and quicker).

Do they sell amonia in bottles at the grocery store the same way they sell vinegar?

Yep...it's in the cleaning aisle. Should be with the bathroom cleaner stuff.
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Re: Distilled amonia
« Reply #3 on: February 16, 2011, 10:46:25 AM »
Great.  Thanks.

I wish it was warmer at night but it looks like I'll have to wait until tomorrow to do this. 
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Re: Distilled amonia
« Reply #4 on: February 16, 2011, 11:31:27 AM »
Quote from: chris_ on February 16, 2011, 10:46:25 AM
Great.  Thanks.

I wish it was warmer at night but it looks like I'll have to wait until tomorrow to do this. 

It's supposed to be near 70 on Sunday. Can you wait until then?
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Re: Distilled ammonia
« Reply #5 on: February 16, 2011, 08:30:10 PM »
I'd like to do this as soon as possible.  Driving at night is nearly impossible... I can't see shit with this stupid tint.  Almost got hit by a pickup because I couldn't see him.  Seriously, window tint that dark is illegal for a reason.

I found the amonia.  I can try it out at work tomorrow.
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Re: Distilled ammonia
« Reply #6 on: February 17, 2011, 12:54:43 PM »
HA!  The amonia worked perfectly.  I wet the window down with half amonia, half water and covered it with a plastic garbage bag for a few hours.  It came right off except for a couple small pieces in the corner.  Good news, now I don't have a giant blind spot over my right shoulder.

I'll do the rest of the car this weekend. :)
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Re: Distilled ammonia
« Reply #7 on: February 17, 2011, 12:58:54 PM »
That reminds me, I gotta get mine tinted next week.  I drive to and from work in uniform.  Don't want everyone and their mother seeing the uniform and following me home or slashing my tires during a stop at Walmart.
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Re: Distilled ammonia
« Reply #8 on: February 17, 2011, 01:07:40 PM »
I've never had to deal with a car with tinted windows.  These were so dark, you might as well not even put windows on the damn car.  I couldn't see anything driving home last night... probably would have gotten a ticket, too. I guess I'm okay since I had a cop riding my bumper all the way to work this morning and he didn't do anything.

I don't go for crappy aftermarket accessories and that includes dark window tint.  I like my car the way it came from the factory or I wouldn't have  bought it.
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Re: Distilled ammonia
« Reply #9 on: February 17, 2011, 02:43:33 PM »
Quote from: TexasCop on February 17, 2011, 12:58:54 PM
That reminds me, I gotta get mine tinted next week.  I drive to and from work in uniform.  Don't want everyone and their mother seeing the uniform and following me home or slashing my tires during a stop at Walmart.

Do you stop at Walmart on your way home?  If so, it will be pretty obvious you are a police officer when you step out of the car.   :whatever:

But seriously, that is pretty lame.  People I mean, and how they treat the police.  Hell, if I saw you driving and you were in uniform, I wouldn't make eye contact.  NEVER make eye contact.  EVER!   :-)  I most certainly wouldn't follow you home, or slash your tires, or even beat up your mailbox.
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Re: Distilled ammonia
« Reply #10 on: February 17, 2011, 02:51:56 PM »
Quote from: IassaFTots on February 17, 2011, 02:43:33 PM
Do you stop at Walmart on your way home?  If so, it will be pretty obvious you are a police officer when you step out of the car.   :whatever:

But seriously, that is pretty lame.  People I mean, and how they treat the police.  Hell, if I saw you driving and you were in uniform, I wouldn't make eye contact.  NEVER make eye contact.  EVER!   :-)  I most certainly wouldn't follow you home, or slash your tires, or even beat up your mailbox, or throw eggs at your house, or put sugar in your tank.

Finished it for you.  :whistling:
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Re: Distilled ammonia
« Reply #11 on: February 17, 2011, 03:06:08 PM »
Quote from: thundley4 on February 17, 2011, 02:51:56 PM
Finished it for you.  :whistling:

Thanks buddy, I was typing too fast.   :-)
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Re: Distilled ammonia
« Reply #12 on: February 17, 2011, 03:28:19 PM »
Quote from: IassaFTots on February 17, 2011, 02:43:33 PM
Do you stop at Walmart on your way home?  If so, it will be pretty obvious you are a police officer when you step out of the car.   :whatever:

But seriously, that is pretty lame.  People I mean, and how they treat the police.  Hell, if I saw you driving and you were in uniform, I wouldn't make eye contact.  NEVER make eye contact.  EVER!   :-)  I most certainly wouldn't follow you home, or slash your tires, or even beat up your mailbox.

lol, damn, left a gaping hole in my logic, didn't I? 
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Re: Distilled ammonia
« Reply #13 on: February 17, 2011, 03:34:56 PM »
Quote from: TexasCop on February 17, 2011, 03:28:19 PM

lol, damn, left a gaping hole in my logic, didn't I? 



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Re: Distilled ammonia
« Reply #14 on: February 17, 2011, 03:49:12 PM »
Quote from: TexasCop on February 17, 2011, 12:58:54 PM
That reminds me, I gotta get mine tinted next week.  I drive to and from work in uniform.  Don't want everyone and their mother seeing the uniform and following me home or slashing my tires during a stop at Walmart.

LOL, I KNOW where you work. Keep an eye out for that 0bama sticker on your car..... you never KNOW when it may appear   :evillaugh:  :-)

(I won't do anything to "hurt" your new baby, though!!)

What ARE the rules for window tint in Texas, anyways?? MN had some messed up rules.
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