Do-it-yourself car window tinting (VAZ-2106, 2107, 2109, 2110). DIY car rear window tinting

A popular way of tuning a car is tinting the headlights and windows. More and more amateurs are carrying out such transformations with their own hands, without going to a car repair shop. VAZ 2106 owners are no exception - with the help of film they not only change the appearance of their car, but also make it more comfortable and safe. And these are not empty words, since tinting a VAZ 2106 car will protect, for example, from injury from fragments of the rear or side glass during an accident. There is no point in talking about protection from the summer heat, since this is a well-known fact. But before you start tinting, you should get to know this type of tuning better.

Why do they do this?

There are several most common reasons why drivers do their own window tinting:

1. It reduces interior heating by approximately 60% even in the hottest times.
2. Thanks to the presence of tinted windows, virtually no harmful ultraviolet rays enter the car. This way you can protect yourself from skin cancer.
3. If there is a side collision between two cars, do-it-yourself window tinting will help keep the glass from breaking into small pieces. This way, the driver will always remain protected from any cuts.
4. By tinting, you can get rid of the sun's rays, reflections of snow, as well as the light of the headlights of oncoming traffic, which can dazzle while moving.
5. With the help of tinting, the driver provides effective protection not only for the interior trim, but also for various plastic parts that can deteriorate quite badly under direct sunlight.

Do-it-yourself glass tinting provides all these effects.

Types of tinting

Today, there are many different types of tinting of glass and car headlights. The first was an inexpensive coating of a special composition, which strongly mirrored, did not protect against scratches and was not subject to restoration. Modern types of tinting are more effective. These include:

• film;
• athermal;
• electronic;
• automatic.

Of the above, the most popular do-it-yourself tinting method is film. Such tinting, even with your own hands, is not difficult, and if you wish, you can change the material to a new one without any problems. Having decided on tuning, the car enthusiast must arm himself with the necessary tools and the film itself.

Is it difficult to drive at night?

Many people believe that if they tint car windows with their own hands or with the help of specialists, the dark color of the film will make night driving difficult. First of all, you must understand that it is always possible to apply a film with a slight degree of darkness, and in any case it will transmit visible light through itself, despite the fact that all reflections will be reflected.

Brake pad malfunctions

The following characteristic signs indicate problems with the pads:

• sounds unusual for brake operation (creaking, squealing, grinding);
• car skidding when braking;
• the need to apply more force to the brake pedal;
• black or metal dust on wheels;
• increased braking time;
• The pedal does not return to its initial position when released.

Screech

Brake pads must be changed when the friction material thickness reaches 1.5 mm. If this is not done, a grinding (squealing) sound will occur. In addition, such sounds may be present when installing low-quality pads.

If the brake pads are heavily worn, a squealing or grinding noise may occur when braking.

Shocks when braking

The appearance of shocks during braking can be caused either by the condition of the pads themselves, or by a damaged surface of the brake disc or drum, soured pistons in the cylinders, or other malfunctions. To identify the problem, you will need to disassemble the brake mechanism and carefully inspect the parts for wear and damage.

Car skidding

There can be many reasons for skidding - severe wear of the pads, damage to the discs, loose caliper mounts or suspension malfunctions.

Once a situation arose with my car when, while braking, the car began to pull to the side. It would seem that it is necessary to diagnose the brake system. However, after a detailed examination, I discovered that the cause of this phenomenon was a damaged longitudinal rod (rod) of the rear axle. It was simply torn from the eyelet. After replacing this part the problem disappeared.

Video: why a car pulls to the side when braking

Stiff or soft pedal

If you notice that the pedal has become unusually tight or, conversely, soft, then most likely the pads have become unusable and will have to be replaced. Additionally, it is worth inspecting the hoses supplying fluid to the brake cylinders and the cylinders themselves. If the piston sticks in them, then the problem with pedal stiffness may also manifest itself because of this.

Appearance of plaque

Plaque can appear both when using low-quality pads, which leads to their rapid erasure, and with normal parts. However, in the second case it should be minimal. Dust can also appear during aggressive driving, i.e. during sudden starts and braking.

The appearance of black coating on wheels can be caused by active driving.

From personal experience I can say that after installing the front pads from AvtoVAZ, I observed black dust on the discs. The plaque was clearly visible because the discs were painted white. From this I can conclude that the appearance of black dust from the process of erasing the pads is a normal phenomenon. Perhaps installing more expensive parts will help get rid of this phenomenon. However, if you are sure that the car has good quality pads and their condition is normal, then there is no reason to worry.

Pedal sticking

If the brake pedal does not move back when pressed, this indicates that the pad is sticking to the disc. This phenomenon is possible in frosty weather when moisture gets on the brake elements, but it would be useful to inspect the pads. If the car cannot be stopped for a long time when you press the pedal, then the reason lies in worn out pads or air getting into the hydraulic system. You will need to inspect the brake components and possibly bleed the brakes.

What to consider?

The film must be attached directly to the inside, because this way you can ensure its maximum protection from various damages.

If you need to tint the rear window of a car with your own hands, or you even want to tint all permissible windows, then you should first understand where this film can be installed and where it cannot. In Russia, in accordance with current legislation, tinting of front car windows can be carried out exclusively using a film in which the light transmittance is at least 75%.

VAZ-2106 with a 4.7-liter V8 engine

A real “Diablo-style” from the classic VAZ “Six”, which can only be dreamed of in nightmares about “zombies” and the apocalypse. From a design point of view, this arrangement cannot be called ideal, where the center of mass of the engine is moved forward beyond the front axle by as much as half a meter. This “renegade,” as the car’s creator called it, can probably only be driven with a significant load in the rear trunk, so as not to lose its nose.

The ZMZ-5234 V8 engine with a volume of 4.7 liters simply did not fit into the engine compartment and brazenly sticks out from the radically cut front hood. We even had to weld a supporting triangular frame for it. The choice of traction unit is very controversial, since with such a huge size (it is installed on PAZ buses) the power is only 130 hp. But apparently the main function - to turn the VAZ-2106 into a real "Renegade" - was fulfilled by the engine. This effect is complemented by the black and bloody paint job and the predatory squinted look of the head optics.

Glass preparation

Before tinting the rear window of a car with your own hands, you must thoroughly clean its surface, because the glass should be as smooth as possible and completely free of chips or deposits. If there are any radio or cellular antennas glued to the glass, then in this case you will have to either bypass them or completely dismantle them.

Making film

To correctly apply the tinted film, in most cases, specialists carefully remove the car glass, after which they carry out all the work on a specialized work table covered with glass or smooth linoleum. In the event that you do not want to do this or you do not have such an opportunity, you can use papyrus paper attached to the car glass to further outline all the contours. After carrying out these procedures, you will have to cut out a pattern with extremely clear boundaries, and then transfer it to the tint film. This way, you can cut the film in full accordance with the shape of the car glass.

Tools

Not everyone understands that tinting is not such a simple procedure, and it is not enough to just take and stick a film. You definitely need a certain number of tools in order to properly tint your car windows yourself. VAZ 2107, 2106 - these and other domestic cars are no exception, and you should not think that it is easier to apply film to our cars than to others.

In this regard, you will need the following tools:

• Film. In the vast majority of cases, a single roll of standard sized tint film is sufficient to cover all the side windows.
• Rubber spatula. Often, when you buy tint film, you will be given a specialized plastic scraper as a bonus. Of course, you can also use it when you do your own car window tinting. This tool is quite effective and convenient, but there is a risk that micro-scratches will remain on the glass.
• Stationery knife. A knife is also supplied with the film, but in fact it often becomes dull quite quickly, as a result of which the film begins to literally tear. That's why it's always better to have an extra utility knife on hand.
• Glass cleaner and warm, clean tap water.
• Completely dry cloth. It is worth noting the fact that the rag must be free of lint. This is the only way you can be absolutely sure that during the tinting process you will not cause any micro-scratches on the glass.
• Spray.

About light transmission standards for tinted glass

Nobody forbids tinting the windows of a VAZ 2107. However, if this is done without regard to the law, problems with traffic police officers are guaranteed for the car owner.

The higher the percentage of light transmission, the more transparent the tint film

From January 1 of this year, the Legislative Assembly intends to seriously increase fines for improper tinting of a car to 1,500 rubles. The requirements for glass for light transmission according to GOST 32565 2013 are as follows:

• there are no restrictions on light transmission for the rear and side windows of cars;
• the light transmission rate for the windshield is 70%;
• it is allowed to stick strips of colored film on the upper part of the windshield; their width can reach 14 cm;
• finally, the current GOST says nothing about so-called mirror tinting, and their use is not regulated in any way.

Useful tips

It is recommended to take a partner with you who will help you carry out all the procedures, because it is practically impossible to tint car windows yourself. Over the past few years, the VAZ 2110 has especially often begun to be tinted, as the car has become very popular, but many, trying to do it alone, make a huge number of different mistakes. It is also worth noting that all work should be carried out in a dust-free room, and if you are carrying out the procedure outside, then this should only be done in calm weather.

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Instructions

Initially, you will need to remove the seals before tinting. All car windows to which tinting will be applied must be thoroughly washed with a specialized detergent. You should also rinse all corners very thoroughly. Next, tinting car windows with your own hands (VAZ 2109, 2110, 2107, etc.) is carried out as follows:

• A soap solution is prepared, which is a standard detergent or shampoo mixed with warm water, after which it is poured into the prepared spray bottle.
• The outer side of the glass that has been washed is thoroughly sprayed with a soap solution, after which a tint film is immediately applied, which is cut according to the required dimensions. It is worth noting the fact that the dark layer should be directed inward, while the transparent layer should be directed outward. Here you should be extremely careful, because the parties must never be confused. If you cannot decide which side is dark, then you should split your film very slightly from one corner. After the film is applied to the glass, careful alignment and cutting is carried out. It is best to leave a margin of one centimeter on each edge.
• Now the inner surface of the glass is covered with soap solution. After this, you should act extremely quickly, because the glass should not have time to dry. Carefully separate the dark layer of the film, and at the same time moisten it with the solution with which the spray bottle is filled. In this case, the work of an assistant is very important, because you will be able to perform all procedures much more carefully. In this case, one person will have to hold the clear layer of film, while the other will pull it and spray the dark layer.
• A dark layer is applied to the inside of the car glass. As mentioned above, while tinting car windows with your own hands (VAZ 2106, 2107, 2110 and all others), the glass must remain wet. It is also mandatory to carry out treatment with a spray gun, after which a transparent layer is applied, since the film must have effective protection from any damage. After carrying out all these procedures, you should immediately smooth the film using a rubber spatula, moving from the center to the edges. In this case, you should be especially careful, because any sudden movements are extremely undesirable. You should also completely get rid of any air bubbles.

The film should be smoothed until the transparent part falls off on its own, after which the dried transparent film can be completely removed. Now you can trim the protruding edges by running a knife along the edge of the car glass, but in this case it is extremely important to act without any haste.

If you have a hair dryer, then you can thoroughly dry the car glass along its perimeter, but if you don’t have a hair dryer, then just close the door and start working on the next glass. It is advisable that over the next two days you do not insert any seals into the doors or open tinted windows.

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Second option

Glass can also be tinted in another way. In this case, a 20% solution of rosin is prepared in specialized caustic soda. The rosin should dissolve until the liquid turns dark yellow. After this procedure, the prepared product is carefully filtered. A small amount of ferric chloride solution or special ferrous sulfate should be added. It is worth noting that a red precipitate of iron resinate should form, which should be separated, then washed and dried well. This precipitate can be completely dissolved in gasoline.

The prepared solution is applied to the glass using the same spray bottle. It is extremely important that tinting the rear window of a car with your own hands, as in the case of other windows, is carried out exclusively on a clean surface. In particular, you can degrease it in a soap and soda solution.

The shortest "six" from Krasnodar

The owner’s motives for making such a “cartoon” car are very difficult to understand. He would look fine in some Japan. The proportions, of course, are very unusual: a standard front hood and rear trunk, and in the middle a miniature cabin for two people, cut off at the front by the B-pillar, and at the rear at the beginning of the wheel arch.

Otherwise, this is a full-fledged VAZ-2106, and in excellent condition. And here’s the paradox: the more you look at this car, the more your vision gets used to the unusual dimensions and it seems that this is how it should be. The half-turn view from the rear looks especially harmonious - a stylish coupe from our legendary classic car.

Important

Be sure to wash the glass thoroughly and wait until it is completely dry. After this, place it in the oven for 5-10 minutes at a temperature of 60°C. If desired, you can make a film of a different color, but in this case you will need to use a different chloride. By adjusting the concentration of rosin and salt, you can change the color saturation yourself.

The main thing in this process is not to get carried away with tinting, because everything needs to be done in accordance with the current GOST. Acceptable window tinting stipulates that the windshield must transmit at least 75% of the light, while the remaining windows must transmit at least 70%.

Dismantling the mechanism

• The brake drum is removed, after which the brake mechanism is cleaned from dirt with a clean rag and a wire brush. The use of mineral solvents such as gasoline, diesel fuel, kerosene, etc. when cleaning brake pads is unacceptable.

• The tension spring is disconnected from the pads and, holding its rod from the back, press the upper cup, at the same time turning it slightly in any direction, and remove the spring. After this, remove the lower cup and spring rod.

• Disconnect the tension spring of the left block and remove it along with the spacer bar. The same operation is repeated with the right block.

• Disconnect the end of the handbrake cable, remove the cotter pin securing the finger of the handbrake lever, remove the lever, along with the finger and washer.