More Headliner Questions
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More Headliner Questions
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Yesterday, I removed the t-top headliner from my '84 Trans AM. Actually was fairly easy to do that after removing about every piece of plastic in the interior & reviewing flicks on youtube.
The headliner cloth is garbage. For sure.
I need to reconnect the "ears" of the board that are about the seat belt at the top. Somehow they broke off so i must repair.
- I will have to perform some fibreglass work.
- I cleaned the board of old foam & glue. Took a long time to complete the task. It looks very good. Will purchase fibreglass products today.
1) would u suggest that I spread a layer of resin over the board to strengthen it? Will not do that as it would add weight & make too heavy.
2) the underside of the headboard seemed to adhered to the "t" frame, the window frame, etc., by an adhesive that adheres the board to the metal framing. Anyone know what this adhesive is? It remains sticky & would probably adhere again.
- Now that the board is out. There is no adhesive on the underside.
3) if I could not repair the board, anyone a supplier of a GOOD t-top replacement board? -
- Too many negative comments on replacement t-top headliner boards. Thus I will do the repairs to the orig board.
Yesterday, I removed the t-top headliner from my '84 Trans AM. Actually was fairly easy to do that after removing about every piece of plastic in the interior & reviewing flicks on youtube.
The headliner cloth is garbage. For sure.
I need to reconnect the "ears" of the board that are about the seat belt at the top. Somehow they broke off so i must repair.
- I will have to perform some fibreglass work.
- I cleaned the board of old foam & glue. Took a long time to complete the task. It looks very good. Will purchase fibreglass products today.
1) would u suggest that I spread a layer of resin over the board to strengthen it? Will not do that as it would add weight & make too heavy.
2) the underside of the headboard seemed to adhered to the "t" frame, the window frame, etc., by an adhesive that adheres the board to the metal framing. Anyone know what this adhesive is? It remains sticky & would probably adhere again.
- Now that the board is out. There is no adhesive on the underside.
3) if I could not repair the board, anyone a supplier of a GOOD t-top replacement board? -
- Too many negative comments on replacement t-top headliner boards. Thus I will do the repairs to the orig board.
Last edited by 72buickgs; Oct 3, 2024 at 09:14 AM.
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From: Windsor, On
Car: 1984 Trans AM
Engine: 305
Transmission: 700-4r
Axle/Gears: 3.23
Re: More Headliner Questions
Blue headliner material installed on headliner board. Still I have to make the cuts in the material & glue back the cut pieces.
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Car: 1987 Camaro Sport Coupe
Engine: 427ci Gen 1 Small Block
Transmission: 700r4
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Re: More Headliner Questions
I did my hardtop headliner a few years ago. Pulled off the cloth and cleaned the substrate with a brissel brush on the shop vac, not too aggressively. Cut fiberglass mat to reinforce the corners and any weak spots. Then mixed up about a quart of two part fiberglass epoxy, and went to town. When it was cured it was strong enough to be used as a battle shield and still maintained its original shape and fit. A roll of headliner material and can of headliner adhesive later it looks better than new. Even did the sail panels with it so they matched.
One note though, applying the fabric is not a one person job. It took three of us to ensure that it was laid straight, even, and without wrinkles.
One note though, applying the fabric is not a one person job. It took three of us to ensure that it was laid straight, even, and without wrinkles.
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