General GM Chat When starting new posts, please specify YEAR, MAKE, MODEL, ENGINE type, and whatever modifications you have made. Chat about all things GM (and related cars). Off-topic stuff should be in the Lounge, and all Model specific mechanical problems should be posted in the proper forum.

Headliner *Complete!

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jan 1, 2005 | 10:45 PM
  #11  
bill buttermore's Avatar
Senior Member
True Car Nut
 
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 3,066
Likes: 10
From: Ames, Iowa
bill buttermore is on a distinguished road
Default

I realize the horse is outa the barn here, but I got mine in and out through the driver'* side rear door last summer, when I removed it to replace the fabric. Had to bend it just a bit on the edges, but not enough to damage it. I think I had the interior gutted then, too. No console, no seats, no carpet or liner.
Reply
Old Jan 2, 2005 | 10:54 PM
  #12  
John Deere Boy's Avatar
Thread Starter
Senior Member
True Car Nut
 
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 2,767
Likes: 0
From: Corn Fields, IN
John Deere Boy is on a distinguished road
Default

What is the orientation of the factory sunroof switch? Does the wider end of the base go up or down?

Also, when you push the top of the switch, does the sunroof open up or to the back? (I have to rewire it)
Reply
Old Jan 2, 2005 | 10:58 PM
  #13  
randman1's Avatar
Senior Member
True Car Nut
 
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 2,708
Likes: 2
From: Western MA
randman1 is on a distinguished road
Default

The wider part of the switch goes down. Pushing the switch up causes the roof to slide open. Pushing it down closes and tilts to vent.
Reply
Old Jan 3, 2005 | 08:41 PM
  #14  
John Deere Boy's Avatar
Thread Starter
Senior Member
True Car Nut
 
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 2,767
Likes: 0
From: Corn Fields, IN
John Deere Boy is on a distinguished road
Default

I finished everything up today. I am extremely dissatisfied with the 3M 08090 Super Trim Adhesive. It is not sticky enough to hold the fabric without clamping, so most anything that doesn't get clamped doesn't stick. We did alright everywhere except the maplight area.

We used Permatex Heavy Duty Headliner adhesive on the sunshade, and it is much nicer to work with. I guess I'll find out one day which lasts longer.

Randman--re-aligning the door was very easy. It still shuts like a virgin door.

http://www.streetglow.com/forums/ind...allery&id=1045
http://www.streetglow.com/forums/ind...allery&id=1044
http://www.streetglow.com/forums/ind...allery&id=1043
Reply
Old Jan 3, 2005 | 09:14 PM
  #15  
1993 SLE's Avatar
Senior Member
Certified Car Nut
 
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 19,756
Likes: 1
1993 SLE is on a distinguished road
Default

good job... looks factory
Reply
Old Jan 3, 2005 | 09:47 PM
  #16  
randman1's Avatar
Senior Member
True Car Nut
 
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 2,708
Likes: 2
From: Western MA
randman1 is on a distinguished road
Default

Very good job there, pal.

Your grab handles look discolored just like mine. When I get a chance, I'm going to freshen up the color with some SEM paint. It did wonders for my visor mirrors.
Reply
Old Jan 3, 2005 | 10:41 PM
  #17  
Plurr's Avatar
Senior Member
Posts like a Camaro
 
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 1,004
Likes: 0
From: Indianapolis, IN / West Lafayette
Plurr is on a distinguished road
Default

hmm makes me want to redo mine in gucci but i think im just gonna accent it with just doing the sunroof slider, sunvisors, door fabric, speaker grills, and mabe dash. Its just costing me so much money thats the only thing holding me back.
Reply
Old Jan 4, 2005 | 12:34 AM
  #18  
harofreak00's Avatar
BANNED
 
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 0
Likes: 5
From: Purgatory
harofreak00 is on a distinguished road
Default

Originally Posted by John Deere Boy
I am extremely dissatisfied with the 3M 08090 Super Trim Adhesive. It is not sticky enough to hold the fabric without clamping, so most anything that doesn't get clamped doesn't stick.
did you spray both surfaces?
did you let it dry and get tacky for at least 5-10 min?

it seems like its doing nothing, but give it a couple hours and its there for good

PM me when urs comes down, ill PM you when mine comes down
Reply
Old Jan 4, 2005 | 01:28 AM
  #19  
bill buttermore's Avatar
Senior Member
True Car Nut
 
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 3,066
Likes: 10
From: Ames, Iowa
bill buttermore is on a distinguished road
Default

It looks really good. Nice work.

I used an adhesive designed specifically for headliners- followed the instructions to the letter - sprayed both surfaces - good coverage - gave it the required time for tack- the air was not humid- and I still had trouble in the really tight curve by the rear window. I used the same products - glue and cloth - on a Toyota and it turned out perfect, and the curves were tighter. The only difference was the condition of the board. The original foam backing on the Bonneville cloth I think degrades into an oily material that gets into the board surface and makes the glue less able to bond. I'm thinking better surface prep is the answer.

I wonder if the Permatex product would have worked better. Let us know how it holds up.
Reply
Old Jan 4, 2005 | 02:06 AM
  #20  
its840's Avatar
Senior Member
Certified GM nut
 
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 2,077
Likes: 0
From: Port Charlotte FLORIDA
its840 is on a distinguished road
Default

killer job!!!! you wanta do mine next?????
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
willwren
Performance, Brainstorming & Tuning
59
May 5, 2006 04:21 PM
MOS95B
Lounge
2
Mar 7, 2004 12:00 PM
smellbird
1992-1999
5
Feb 19, 2004 11:00 PM
BlackBonEvil89
Lounge
4
Sep 16, 2003 01:16 PM
Dylansdad
1992-1999
2
Nov 9, 2002 09:52 AM




All times are GMT -4. The time now is 08:05 AM.