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Plain-English guides on window tint, wraps versus paint, remote starts, alarms, car audio, headlights, leather, lifts and wheel sizes. Read first, call when you are ready.
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Tint, Paint and Wraps
How window tint works, how paint and wraps compare, how to protect a finish and how to care for it.
Tint, Paint and WrapsCeramic vs Dyed vs Carbon Window Tint Explained
Not all window film is the same. Here is how the main types differ in heat, clarity and color, so you can choose the one that fits your vehicle and your summer.
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Tint, Paint and WrapsWrap vs Paint: Which Is Right for Your Car?
Both can change the whole look of a vehicle. Here is how a wrap and a paint job differ in finish, protection, time and what happens when you want to change again.
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Tint, Paint and WrapsPaint Finishes Explained: Gloss, Satin, Matte, Candy and Pearl
The finish matters as much as the color. Here is what each type looks like, how it is made and how to care for it.
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Tint, Paint and WrapsCeramic Coating vs Paint Protection Film
Both protect paint, but in different ways. Here is what each one does, what it does not do and how many owners combine them.
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Tint, Paint and WrapsHow to Care for a Vinyl Wrap
A wrap lasts longer when it is washed and handled the right way. Here is a simple routine for a gloss, satin or matte wrap.
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Tint, Paint and WrapsWhat to Expect From a Window Tint Appointment
A tint job is quick and clean when you know the steps. Here is how an appointment goes and how to care for new film.
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Audio, Lighting and Security
Remote starts, alarms, car audio, sound deadening, headlights and underglow, explained in plain English.
Audio, Lighting and SecurityRemote Start Basics: One-Way, Two-Way and Smartphone
All remote starts warm or cool the cabin, but they differ in range and feedback. Here is how the types compare.
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Audio, Lighting and SecurityHow Car Alarms Work and What They Protect
An alarm is a set of sensors, a brain and a siren. Here is how they work together and what an alarm can and cannot do.
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Audio, Lighting and SecurityBuilding a Car Audio System: Where to Start
A great system does not have to be built in one go. Here is the order that gives the biggest gains at each step.
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Audio, Lighting and SecurityWhy Sound Deadening Makes Your Audio Sound Better
Thin metal doors vibrate, rattle and leak bass. Here is why a few mats make the whole system sound better and the cabin quieter.
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Audio, Lighting and SecurityLED vs HID vs Halogen Headlights
Three bulb types light most vehicles. Here is how they differ in brightness, color, life and what they need.
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Audio, Lighting and SecurityUnderglow and LED Kits: What to Know Before You Buy
LED kits can make a vehicle stand out, but not all kits are equal. Here is what to look for and how to get the best result.
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Interiors, Wheels and Planning a Build
Leather, heated seats, lifts, wheel sizes, the right order for a build and how to choose a shop.
Interiors, Wheels and Planning a BuildKatzkin Leather vs Factory Leather vs Seat Covers
There are three ways to get leather seats. Here is how a tailored kit, a factory option and a slip-on cover compare.
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Interiors, Wheels and Planning a BuildHow Heated Seat Kits Work
A heated seat is a thin heating pad under the cover, a switch and some wiring. Here is how the parts work and what an install involves.
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Interiors, Wheels and Planning a BuildLift Kit vs Leveling Kit: Which Do You Need?
Both raise a truck, but by different amounts and for different reasons. Here is how to choose.
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Interiors, Wheels and Planning a BuildHow to Choose Wheel and Tire Sizes
Bigger wheels look great, but the size has to fit. Here is how diameter, width, offset and tire profile work together.
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Interiors, Wheels and Planning a BuildHow to Plan a Custom Car Build in the Right Order
Doing things in the wrong order costs time and money. Here is a sensible order for a custom build, from the structure to the finishing touches.
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Interiors, Wheels and Planning a BuildHow to Choose a Custom Auto Shop in Nashville
A good shop is clean, clear and careful. Here is what to look for when you choose who works on your vehicle.
Read the guideWhat should I bring or prepare?
Bring the vehicle, any parts you have already bought and a few ideas or photos. Remove valuables, and tell us about warning lights or known problems so we can plan around them.
Do you work on every make and model?
On most. Tell us the year, make and model and we will confirm what is possible and which options fit.
Will upgrades affect my vehicle’s other systems?
Done right, they should not. We use fused circuits, proper connectors and parts made for your vehicle, and we explain what each upgrade touches before we start.
Can I see samples before I decide?
Yes. Film, leather, vinyl and paint samples are available in the shop, and we look at them with you in daylight and under shop lights.
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Tell us about your vehicle, what you would like done and when you would like to start. We reply promptly and treat every inquiry with care. Prefer to talk? Call 615-925-3388.
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Nashville Custom is an automotive customizing shop in Nashville, Tennessee. We tint, paint, wrap, upholster, wire, light, lift and build, from a single set of heated seats to a complete custom vehicle, with clean installs you can see and feel every day.
- 615-925-3388
- Custom auto customizing shop
- Nashville, Tennessee