Are 70 Cuda headliners the same physical size as ones in a 74?...

[bs549]

...I know there's a difference in the number of bows between the years, but the question is, is a 70 Cuda headliner physically the same size/dimensions? 

Reason I ask...I have a new 70 headliner I've never used, and need to save some bucks by using in my 74 Cuda.

Thanks in advance...

[anlauto]

YES..of course they are. The location of some of the bows may be the same as well...

[bs549]

Thanks...was not so obvious to me as I had seen different part numbers for different years in aftermarket parts catalogs. ..

[Chryco Psycho]

the roof panel was never changed so yes it has to be the same size although the bows are different

[burdar]

I think the bows attach to the roof differently in the later years.  I don't know if that will cause any problems or not.  You might have to use 1970 bows.  It might be more expensive to get the bows then it is for a new headliner.  Aren't perforated headliners only like $40?  You don't have to spend big bucks on the correct 74 headliner.

[bs549]

I think you're right on the different 'type' of bows (not just the number of bows).

From what I think I'm finding out, the 70-71 5 bows had to use clips for the bows (the ends of the bows are straight and fit into the pockets of the clips),
 whereas on 4 bow 71-74 (my 74). the ends of the bows have a bend which fit into predrilled holes?

On my 74, I do have 5 sets of 'holes' for bows (not sure the straight end bows would stay in place), but no place I can see to mount the clips...(i've attached pics of my 74)

All headliners I'm finding are around $80 and up, so if you have a $40 source, let me know. thks

So back to square one, as I have a 70 headliner that I don't think I can fit into my 74 which has no headliner or bows today.... 

[bs549]

Maybe I could use a 4 bow set in the 5 bow headliner and skip the center one? ?