Headliner Replacement

[hawkdriver 14]

Hey,

 

Quick question for the experts, im looking at getting my headliner done in my coupe. I do not wish to take on this job myself, so im farming it out. I have read that you must remove the front and rear windshields, however the upholstery shop im looking at does not believe you need to? Does anyone have a definitive answer. Also they are talking $95 an hours for labor and expecting 4-5 hrs, is this a fair price.

 

Thanks

[hawkdriver 14]

Hey,

 

Quick question for the experts, im looking at getting my headliner done in my coupe. I do not wish to take on this job myself, so im farming it out. I have read that you must remove the front and rear windshields, however the upholstery shop im looking at does not believe you need to? Does anyone have a definitive answer. Also they are talking $95 an hours for labor and expecting 4-5 hrs, is this a fair price.

 

Thanks

[Trinitys 134]

Not an expert.....but have some practical experiance to speak of..........

 

rear window does need to come out....front does not. you will need to get another gasket for the rear.

 

i think that is a pretty hefty price. but if you want it done right then that may be the only option for you.

 

on the other havd...you could try it your self and if you mess it up then go to the shop.

[Trinitys 134]

Not an expert.....but have some practical experiance to speak of..........

 

rear window does need to come out....front does not. you will need to get another gasket for the rear.

 

i think that is a pretty hefty price. but if you want it done right then that may be the only option for you.

 

on the other havd...you could try it your self and if you mess it up then go to the shop.

[Fordrevhead 29]

 

on the other havd...you could try it your self and if you mess it up then go to the shop.

 

LOL, I have a friend who repair guns. If you bring him a gun it's $80 an hour. If you bring him a box of parts it's $150 an hour. :biggrin:

[Fordrevhead 29]

 

on the other havd...you could try it your self and if you mess it up then go to the shop.

 

LOL, I have a friend who repair guns. If you bring him a gun it's $80 an hour. If you bring him a box of parts it's $150 an hour. :biggrin:

[428scj 10]

Ive always taken the front windsheild out .Its easier to work on and get a nice tight stretch.Ive seen alot of adhesive on headliners near the front window when its been

replaced without removing it.

 

 

http://www.mustangmonthly.com/howto/headliner_install/index.html

[428scj 10]

Ive always taken the front windsheild out .Its easier to work on and get a nice tight stretch.Ive seen alot of adhesive on headliners near the front window when its been

replaced without removing it.

 

 

http://www.mustangmonthly.com/howto/headliner_install/index.html

[Trinitys 134]

I just know the factory did not wrap the HL around lid where the windshield mounts so neither did I.

[Trinitys 134]

I just know the factory did not wrap the HL around lid where the windshield mounts so neither did I.

[Angel 24]

Yea most upholstery shops charge about $300. There's a reason for that. As you'll discover if you do it yourself. Just like I did :whistling:. But although mine didn't come out looking professional, most people can't tell that it should be nice and tight. It doesn't sag. Looks tight, until you touch it hehe. I plan to it it again myself. The front window does not have to come out. When you replace the rear window gasket, remember to use ribbon sealer around the glass or it will leak. Ask me how I know.:tongue_smilie: But hey, I was 17 when I did it. They sell that sealer at Autozone for like $10 a roll.

[Angel 24]

Yea most upholstery shops charge about $300. There's a reason for that. As you'll discover if you do it yourself. Just like I did :whistling:. But although mine didn't come out looking professional, most people can't tell that it should be nice and tight. It doesn't sag. Looks tight, until you touch it hehe. I plan to it it again myself. The front window does not have to come out. When you replace the rear window gasket, remember to use ribbon sealer around the glass or it will leak. Ask me how I know.:tongue_smilie: But hey, I was 17 when I did it. They sell that sealer at Autozone for like $10 a roll.

[jjstang 51]

The factory correct way has it wrapped under the windshield. I didn't and it looks great and has lasted for years.