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Old 09-09-2008, 09:56 AM
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Originally Posted by okcjeeper
If you want to play with fiberglass you could make a new shell for the headliner.. You can take your old one even if cracked in half and tape it then use fiberglass to fix it then remove the tape and should be able to cover it fine and reinstall. Fiberglass isn't as scary as it seems just wear thick rubber gloves, mask and plenty of ventilation and you are all good.
I know how to work with fiberglass. I just want that factory look. Im fixing to go to the junkyard to look for another headliner.
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I allways thougt it would be cool to add an overhead console with map pockets and stuff. I got bigger fish to fry for now though, besides my hung-low headliner keeps my hair from sticking up in the back....
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Well I found another headliner shell. This one is in one piece but is breaking in the middle. I supported it so and started putting on the vinyl fabric. I will post some pics when Im all done. Thanks for all your help guys.
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JC you might consider putting a layer of fiberglass on it to keep it in one piece and make it a little more rigid.
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JC you might consider putting a layer of fiberglass on it to keep it in one piece and make it a little more rigid.
that's my plan...not to reshape it just a slight layer for added durability nothing more and if it broke in half it would repair it and help it last much much longer without altering the shape and function.
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JC you might consider putting a layer of fiberglass on it to keep it in one piece and make it a little more rigid.
One my way home from work I was think what I can do to strangthen the back. Thanks for the idea blue. Thats a awesome idea.
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Ok Im almost finished the headliner. I just have to cover the visors and soundbar. So heres a pic of whats done.

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Originally Posted by JeepersCreepers
I am so frustrated with my headliner. My headliner was in bad shape to start but when I went to remove it the whole thing fell apart. I called around and went to junkyards but no one has a headliner. GRRRRR. Can anyone help me find one.
go to Joann fabrics they have headliner there u can buy by the yard and cut to size, and if yours doesnt have it, they can order it
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Originally Posted by JeepersCreepers
Ok Im almost finished the headliner. I just have to cover the visors and soundbar. So heres a pic of whats done.

You did good! No saggy cloth flappin' in the breeze now.
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Looks great. Are you gonna add cloth to it.
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Originally Posted by XJ Stryker
Looks great. Are you gonna add cloth to it.
No I did the vinyl fabric so that i can wipe it down when I go mudding. Im making the doors removable so Stuff can splatter on the headliner. Just easier to clean up.
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Good point, how much to do mine he he
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Good point, how much to do mine he he
Have your wife do it.
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Have you seen hers...


Yours actually looks nice.










I will get in trouble for that.
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Originally Posted by XJ Stryker
Have you seen hers...


Yours actually looks nice.










I will get in trouble for that.
LOL. Someone is sleeping on the couch tonight
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