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Dropt72Shortbed · 06-06-2002, 02:39 AM

well i started making my own headliner, used 1/4" closed cell foam to make the flames. i just layed some blue tweed down over it but i messed up in a couple of areas and the spray adhesive saturated through the tweed in a few areas basically ruining it. im gonna try again tomorrow see if i can cover it without letting any glue go through. next up will be the door panels.

tim m · 06-06-2002, 10:43 AM

Did you buy the door panels that match the Headliners? I was wondering how they fit.

XXL · 06-06-2002, 10:46 AM

Looks good.

You may already know how to use spray glue but...

Make sure you dust the glue on from a foot away or so. You're not trying to saturate it, just cover it. Spray BOTH pieces and then go grab a Coke. Give the pieces time to dry. After 5-10 minutes, then come back and put them together. Yes, the glue will be dry, and that's actually good.

And keep us posted with more pics!

Kenneth

Dave67 · 06-06-2002, 12:38 PM

What backing material do you use? Cardbord?

**68SWB4x4** · 06-06-2002, 12:42 PM

that'll look great when finished, good luck second time around!

imaindianoutlaw · 06-06-2002, 12:43 PM

SWEET

bouncytruck · 06-06-2002, 01:36 PM

That looks pretty nice. XXL - That is a good tip on the glue, so basically us use it similar to contact cement.

What are you going to use for strength on the door panels. Are you just laying the foam over the original door panels or did you create your own? Also, where did you get the foam?

Blue_71 · 06-06-2002, 01:43 PM

this is the door panel i made for my truck, working on a set for my 71 2wd

Smooth68 · 06-06-2002, 02:00 PM

Bouncytruck - I've always been able to go to my local automotive upolstery shop and purchase some closed cell foam fairly cheap.

Dropt72shortbed - Make sure you roll those curves good! Should turn out to be nice.

XXL · 06-06-2002, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by bouncytruck
Also, where did you get the foam?

Old-school (I can't get myself to type "skool"

stereo installer here... if you can't find the closed-cell foam, you can get a pretty good effect out of standard headliner material. Just buy whatever scraps are on sale since you don't care what color the headliner material is (you'll be covering it).

Kenneth

HvyChevy454 · 06-06-2002, 05:17 PM

i just did my headliner liek that too, also i did my custom center console the same way, i still have the door panels to do but im waiting on some pieces. soon as i get a digi cam again ill post pictures

PushinPebbles · 06-06-2002, 05:39 PM

I was wondering how hard it would be...........
Did you just cut out the flames and glue them to the headliner?..................
Did you make the headliner? ----Because i've never seen any for our trucks?!?!?................
As far as the door panels go,....Are you gonna use the steel ones?...............
.Please E-mail me for im am really interested Biggytyme@aol.com Jack

HvyChevy454 · 06-06-2002, 05:59 PM

i used a piece of 1/4 plywood for the headliner i just glued the foam to the wood then the tweed to the foam. just have to slowly work it over the flames and make sur it gets pressed between them. actually on the door panels i was gona try yo use the plastic molded ones fro my 72 b/c the have the raised surface for the arm rest. i was gonna inlay the flames on those though.

Dropt72Shortbed · 06-06-2002, 06:11 PM

my account was jacked up and wouldnt let me post or reply

as for the headliner, i got the supplies from an upholstery shop. i used a think black board, alot stiffer than cardboard, which is used for making doorpanels and headliners etc.. as for glue im using 3m super adhesive, its for putting vinyl tops on cars but the shop said its better than the regular 3m super 77 and you get ALOT more in the can.

the process is pretty simple, cut the board to the shape of your headliner, cover it in one layer of 1/4" closed cell foam the pul another layer of foam over, the second layer draw out your flames and then cut them out. glue the two layers of foam down to the board and then lay your glue over the whole thing and stick your material over, tweed works best. ill post pictures when im done wrapping it in tweed.

KP1972 · 06-06-2002, 06:33 PM

Check out mine at www.PictureTrail.com/kp1972

Wasted Income · 06-06-2002, 11:52 PM

How do you guys plan to attach the headliner to the roof?

colohusker · 06-20-2002, 11:38 PM

Just curious on how to attach the headliner?

70c10 · 06-21-2002, 07:35 AM

Colohusker,
You have a few choices:
1. Glue/Adhesive
2. Trim screws with recessed trim washers
3. Velcro- (either heavy duty traditional or 3m dual loc types)

06-06-2002, 02:39 AM	#1
Dropt72Shortbed Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Huntington Beach CA Posts: 678	tweed/flamed headliner progress well i started making my own headliner, used 1/4" closed cell foam to make the flames. i just layed some blue tweed down over it but i messed up in a couple of areas and the spray adhesive saturated through the tweed in a few areas basically ruining it. im gonna try again tomorrow see if i can cover it without letting any glue go through. next up will be the door panels.

06-06-2002, 10:43 AM	#2
tim m Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Gilbert Az Posts: 286	Did you buy the door panels that match the Headliners? I was wondering how they fit. __________________ 1970 k10 1971 C10 Gilbert Az

06-06-2002, 10:46 AM	#3
XXL Señor Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edge of the world Posts: 5,367	Looks good. You may already know how to use spray glue but... Make sure you dust the glue on from a foot away or so. You're not trying to saturate it, just cover it. Spray BOTH pieces and then go grab a Coke. Give the pieces time to dry. After 5-10 minutes, then come back and put them together. Yes, the glue will be dry, and that's actually good. And keep us posted with more pics! Kenneth __________________ Craigslist \| ebay \| Engrishtees \| www.myattitudesucks.com \| Follow me on Twitter

06-06-2002, 12:38 PM	#4
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06-06-2002, 01:36 PM	#7
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	That looks pretty nice. XXL - That is a good tip on the glue, so basically us use it similar to contact cement. What are you going to use for strength on the door panels. Are you just laying the foam over the original door panels or did you create your own? Also, where did you get the foam? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

06-06-2002, 02:00 PM	#9
Smooth68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: West Fork, Arkansas - Razorback Country Posts: 1,826	Bouncytruck - I've always been able to go to my local automotive upolstery shop and purchase some closed cell foam fairly cheap. Dropt72shortbed - Make sure you roll those curves good! Should turn out to be nice. __________________ Smooth68's Web Site WTB 64-66 project or frame/cab, SWB or LWB...I have the fever! Whatcha got?? '68 Short Step - Shaved Body, Soon Bagged - *SOLD* Driver-2004 GMC Z-71 Ext-cab

06-06-2002, 05:17 PM	#11
HvyChevy454 Slowly getting CRSS... Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Lutz, Florida Posts: 656	i just did my headliner liek that too, also i did my custom center console the same way, i still have the door panels to do but im waiting on some pieces. soon as i get a digi cam again ill post pictures __________________ -Nic Lutz, Fl My Team Website The Heavy Chevy Website ------------------ 72 Cheyenne 10 LWB GM 12-bolt 3.08 w/ Auburn Posi 91 454 Edel Performer RPM Intake 750 cfm carb Comp Cam 268/.495 Hedman Headers Dual 3'' Exhaust 71 Cheyenne 20 4x4 Fact. A/C PS PB Tilt Currently in the works... Speak Softly and Carry A Big Block... There is No replacement for Displacement... "If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough." - Mario Andretti

06-06-2002, 05:39 PM	#12
PushinPebbles My dad's 68 Join Date: May 2002 Location: VA Posts: 444	I was wondering how hard it would be........... Did you just cut out the flames and glue them to the headliner?.................. Did you make the headliner? ----Because i've never seen any for our trucks?!?!?................ As far as the door panels go,....Are you gonna use the steel ones?............... .Please E-mail me for im am really interested Biggytyme@aol.com Jack __________________ Jack M. 67 C-10 SWB 355 built T-350 tranny hurst shifter 17x8in KMC's on michelins, clear tails and back up lights slammedUPDATE i have decided on my bag setup and will post further info when i recieve all the parts **************************** 88 1/2 ton suburban 4x4 350/700R-4having a 9 in lift w/ 38 in tires 4 12 inch Lightning Audios *************************** 87 silverado 3/4ton jacked up 10-12 inches black and rubberized bed coating 35 in michelans ************************** Dad's truck 68 C-10 stepside, 468 BB, tubbed, weld wheels, Nason black,lots more **************************** grand dads truck 68 C-10 stepside fuel inj. 350/700R-4soon in audi silver **************************** 84 toyota pickup 22R 5 speed 2WD slammed, shaved and all the body lines filled w/ buickGN scoop,bout to be sprayed in 2003 mustang green metallic w/ silver flames **************************** S/N=BIGGYTYME@aol.com (hydros) "No fat chics, truck will scrape"

06-06-2002, 05:59 PM	#13
HvyChevy454 Slowly getting CRSS... Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Lutz, Florida Posts: 656	i used a piece of 1/4 plywood for the headliner i just glued the foam to the wood then the tweed to the foam. just have to slowly work it over the flames and make sur it gets pressed between them. actually on the door panels i was gona try yo use the plastic molded ones fro my 72 b/c the have the raised surface for the arm rest. i was gonna inlay the flames on those though. __________________ -Nic Lutz, Fl My Team Website The Heavy Chevy Website ------------------ 72 Cheyenne 10 LWB GM 12-bolt 3.08 w/ Auburn Posi 91 454 Edel Performer RPM Intake 750 cfm carb Comp Cam 268/.495 Hedman Headers Dual 3'' Exhaust 71 Cheyenne 20 4x4 Fact. A/C PS PB Tilt Currently in the works... Speak Softly and Carry A Big Block... There is No replacement for Displacement... "If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough." - Mario Andretti

06-06-2002, 06:11 PM	#14
Dropt72Shortbed Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Huntington Beach CA Posts: 678	sorry guys my account was jacked up and wouldnt let me post or reply as for the headliner, i got the supplies from an upholstery shop. i used a think black board, alot stiffer than cardboard, which is used for making doorpanels and headliners etc.. as for glue im using 3m super adhesive, its for putting vinyl tops on cars but the shop said its better than the regular 3m super 77 and you get ALOT more in the can. the process is pretty simple, cut the board to the shape of your headliner, cover it in one layer of 1/4" closed cell foam the pul another layer of foam over, the second layer draw out your flames and then cut them out. glue the two layers of foam down to the board and then lay your glue over the whole thing and stick your material over, tweed works best. ill post pictures when im done wrapping it in tweed.

06-06-2002, 06:33 PM	#15
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06-06-2002, 11:52 PM	#16
Wasted Income Boosted Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Mackinaw, IL Posts: 2,200	Headliner question How do you guys plan to attach the headliner to the roof? __________________ 1972 2wd K/5 Blazer Turbocharged 370 LSx - 941 rwhp / 1093 rwtq 1969 Chevy K-10 L33 5.3 / 4L80E / NP241 / 4" lift 1964 Buick Skylark Twin TURBO 383 LS pro-touring project 2014 VW Passat TDI - Daily Driver Turbo diesel 2015 Sierra Denali HD Duramax Turbo diesel 2023 Ford Explorer ST - Twin Turbskis 2023 Ford F150 RCSB - Whipple Supercharged 2017 Polaris RZR Turbo 2014 Nor-Tech Center Console - Twin Supercharged Outboards *TURBO ALL THE THINGS!!*

06-20-2002, 11:38 PM	#17
colohusker Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Longmont, CO Posts: 436	Just curious on how to attach the headliner? __________________ ------------------------------------------------ I say it's only money, my wife says it's only a truck.... '71 C10 Deluxe, factory ac, ps, pb, should be done by 2102 Longmont, CO husker95@hotmail.com



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06-21-2002, 07:35 AM	#18
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