Getting ready to do headliner

[TinCuda]

OK, I am getting ready to do my headliner.  I bought the new headliner from Legendary.  I have read Resto Ricks web article.  What else do I need to know before I pull out my old liner.  Do the metal clips break?  If I need new ones, how many are there?  I have a late 1971 'Cuda with a four bow setup.  If anyone has done this to there car, tell me the little things that I am missing.  The "got-chas".


Thanks,


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[challengermaniac]

* Be sure to address any rust issues first
* Read the Installation Instructions at least twice!
* Install a sound deadner such as FatMat
* Install Insulation (I used carpet insulation) with Contact Spray Glue
* The material holding in the liner bows will likely be too long and you will need to snip a hole about 1" on each side to free the ends of the bows
* Everyone has their own preference here, but loosly fit the headliner so that you can make certain it is square at all four corners and the fitting is equal.  I then started at the middle and worked my way to attaching the liner to the front/windshield area, aligned and attached at the rear window and then just made my way along the sides pulling it tight as I went. 
* Came out perfect, better than new!
* Didn't need to steam it as was able to pull it tight as I worked from front to rear and then on the sides

[chaps70rt]

Go slow .... checking for wrinkles as you go.    Avoid pulling the headliner into the teeth until you are sure that everything is lining up as expected.   Look from each side.

I used EZ-Cool glued to the roof first ..... it will protect from sunlight and provide a better level of insulation for heat and sound also.

There is a hood / rod that connects in the middle at the back.   Then don't forget the spray glue and the side clips.   Take your time.

All the best .....

[500Stroker]

First advice - If you're over 40 pay a professional to do it for ya.  LOL

Second advice - Use a portable steamer to get the wrinkles out.

[chaps70rt]

Completely agree ..... even with the seats and glass, etc out ..... it is a bit taxing on the back.   Steamer worked great.

[peterro]

Excellent advice. After pulling my new liner out of the box, I decided to have someone else do it because I didn't really want to buy another one. 

When I was reading this thread, I thought hey, I could probably do it but then I saw the over 40 comment and realized I was right in the first place.

I'm sure it'll look great when you're done.