Just to share a bit on what i know abt vkool, as I've being using it for a number of my previous cars and also get to know some of the insiders of Vkool over the yrs.
Generally, to get JPJ summon guarantee fr Vkool, u can only apply Vkool-70 on the side and rear glasses, and apply Vkool-75 on the windscreen. The reason is Vkool-70's VLT (Visible Light Trasmission) is 73.2%, whereby Vkool-75s VLT is 77%. On thing to note is many vehicles (like most BMW) already come with glasses that is already tinted slightly, up to 6-7% in some models. The JPJ ruling allow maximum 30% tint on the windscreen and up to 50% on the side and rear. So, if you insist to install Vkool-70 on the windscreen, chances is u might not pass the JPJ rule (VLT=73.2%-6%=67.2%), strictly speaking. Generally with the old term, this combination of VK70+VK75 for front is call VKool Elite package by most dealer.
However, if u willing to take the risk, any dealer will install the Vkool-70 all round for u. Just pay slightly more (+- 100 buck). Most of my car I being using Vkool-70 around and I never face any problem. May be is my luck also. My rational is windscreen is the biggest piece of glass the the heat can come thru, so why us a lesser rating of tint?
Also, nowaday, since Plus and newer highways have also upgraded their toll booths' sensors, most PlusTag has not problem transmit thru Vkool-75 or even Vkool-70, unless u still using the 1st generation of Tag that has less transmit power. I reckon most PTag that purchased within the last 2 yrs (those that look round a bit with black shiny plastic at the back one) have no problem at all.
For those that don't care or worry abt the JPJ and want to have the maximum hear rejection and control, the best combination is actually using Vkool-70 for the front (u don't want to have too dark tint on yr windscreen for night driving purpose), and apply Vkool's industry grade tint film, Vkool-40 (some call Super-40), on the side and rear glasses. Vkool-40's VLT is only 43% (so u hv a black out effect, VIP look) and IR rejection is 98% and the most important figure of Total Solar Energy Rejection is a high 65%. U will be pampered so well inside yr car during hot day. The risk is if kena JPJ check, u hv to find yr way out yrself.
My recommendation is only install Vkool at the franscise holder shops at PJ or KL Jln Loke Yew, or their master dealer - The Tint Shop's branches. I would not try my luck at accessory/audio shops, as there are many fake Vkool out there and many actually mix tint films, so u might not get genuine Vkool films all roundafter paying so much.
Vkool's enduser price is around 1.7k to 2k for standard sedan. U need to bargain a bit to get best price. So try to sweet talk b4 u confirm. For Vkool-40 subsitution, they generally charge addition 20% more, so around 2k to 2.4k. If someone give u much cheaper then this, better be careful and insist of Vkool Guanrantee Card from Vkool HQ themself, not the shop u installed it. Of course if u can get dealer price then is a different story loh.
The Puchong Tint Shop's lady, Fenny, is pretty nice to talk to. Her number is 03-5882 1909. The Vkool (KL) Sales Manager, Amanda, is ok too but need to hard bargain a bit. Her number is 03-92210028 if I'm not mistaken.
The rest top films like Huper, Rikecool and Ecotint are generally about +-rm200 cheaper than Vkool (the top grade one of course). Not too bad also, as the IR rejection and Total Solar Energy Rejection are almost there with Vkool. Just that Vkool brand is louder and most ppl feel comfortable w the brand name (nice marketing ah) after spending so much. I see that as more of personal preference.
Personally, I had a good experience w KrystalBond as well on my another car, but also I heard also some negative comments fr others in term of their installation. So I guess it also depends on yr luck someday due to different installers' skill and experience. But in term of solar energy rejection, I still feel Vkool has a slight edge.
Now my new car also just installed w Vkool-40 all around, and I'm deem pleased with it. But just hope JPJ won't come n kacau me.
* By the way, I am not affiliated in any way with Vkool, just one of their many customers. *
Generally, to get JPJ summon guarantee fr Vkool, u can only apply Vkool-70 on the side and rear glasses, and apply Vkool-75 on the windscreen. The reason is Vkool-70's VLT (Visible Light Trasmission) is 73.2%, whereby Vkool-75s VLT is 77%. On thing to note is many vehicles (like most BMW) already come with glasses that is already tinted slightly, up to 6-7% in some models. The JPJ ruling allow maximum 30% tint on the windscreen and up to 50% on the side and rear. So, if you insist to install Vkool-70 on the windscreen, chances is u might not pass the JPJ rule (VLT=73.2%-6%=67.2%), strictly speaking. Generally with the old term, this combination of VK70+VK75 for front is call VKool Elite package by most dealer.
However, if u willing to take the risk, any dealer will install the Vkool-70 all round for u. Just pay slightly more (+- 100 buck). Most of my car I being using Vkool-70 around and I never face any problem. May be is my luck also. My rational is windscreen is the biggest piece of glass the the heat can come thru, so why us a lesser rating of tint?
Also, nowaday, since Plus and newer highways have also upgraded their toll booths' sensors, most PlusTag has not problem transmit thru Vkool-75 or even Vkool-70, unless u still using the 1st generation of Tag that has less transmit power. I reckon most PTag that purchased within the last 2 yrs (those that look round a bit with black shiny plastic at the back one) have no problem at all.
For those that don't care or worry abt the JPJ and want to have the maximum hear rejection and control, the best combination is actually using Vkool-70 for the front (u don't want to have too dark tint on yr windscreen for night driving purpose), and apply Vkool's industry grade tint film, Vkool-40 (some call Super-40), on the side and rear glasses. Vkool-40's VLT is only 43% (so u hv a black out effect, VIP look) and IR rejection is 98% and the most important figure of Total Solar Energy Rejection is a high 65%. U will be pampered so well inside yr car during hot day. The risk is if kena JPJ check, u hv to find yr way out yrself.
My recommendation is only install Vkool at the franscise holder shops at PJ or KL Jln Loke Yew, or their master dealer - The Tint Shop's branches. I would not try my luck at accessory/audio shops, as there are many fake Vkool out there and many actually mix tint films, so u might not get genuine Vkool films all roundafter paying so much.
Vkool's enduser price is around 1.7k to 2k for standard sedan. U need to bargain a bit to get best price. So try to sweet talk b4 u confirm. For Vkool-40 subsitution, they generally charge addition 20% more, so around 2k to 2.4k. If someone give u much cheaper then this, better be careful and insist of Vkool Guanrantee Card from Vkool HQ themself, not the shop u installed it. Of course if u can get dealer price then is a different story loh.
The Puchong Tint Shop's lady, Fenny, is pretty nice to talk to. Her number is 03-5882 1909. The Vkool (KL) Sales Manager, Amanda, is ok too but need to hard bargain a bit. Her number is 03-92210028 if I'm not mistaken.
The rest top films like Huper, Rikecool and Ecotint are generally about +-rm200 cheaper than Vkool (the top grade one of course). Not too bad also, as the IR rejection and Total Solar Energy Rejection are almost there with Vkool. Just that Vkool brand is louder and most ppl feel comfortable w the brand name (nice marketing ah) after spending so much. I see that as more of personal preference.
Personally, I had a good experience w KrystalBond as well on my another car, but also I heard also some negative comments fr others in term of their installation. So I guess it also depends on yr luck someday due to different installers' skill and experience. But in term of solar energy rejection, I still feel Vkool has a slight edge.
Now my new car also just installed w Vkool-40 all around, and I'm deem pleased with it. But just hope JPJ won't come n kacau me.
* By the way, I am not affiliated in any way with Vkool, just one of their many customers. *
