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KTKelly
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Location: Greensboro, NC
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 Posted: Sun Aug 31, 2014 5:05 pm Post subject: 67 convert with no headliner? |
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Anyone ever done this?
I would prefer to install a new top (grey canvas) without the inside "headliner". Wondering if anyone has done it? If so, how did it work out?
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bdub475
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| Posted: Mon Sep 01, 2014 12:37 am Post subject: |
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| The headliner goes in after the top installation. Are you wondering how it turned out or if it's possible? It is possible but you will hear more engine/outside noise while driving. |
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VOLKSWAGNUT
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| Posted: Mon Sep 01, 2014 7:34 am Post subject: |
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Um...^... that's not quite accurate...
The headliner is installed first on a convertible.
The headliner and outside fabrics are 2 separate systems...
They are installed independently of each other...but the headliner must go in first as its sewn to the bows.
Yes.. I had a 67 convertible and installed the top without a headliner..
It worked out perfectly.
Yes you could see the, foam and bows. It was less bulky and of course allowed more noise and less insulation.
Frankly.. I preferred it... but it was just a good warm weather driver.
If you never plan to add a headliner... go for it... but If you think you may want a headliner later.....you know the answer..
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KTKelly
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| Posted: Sat Sep 13, 2014 2:16 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks Wagnut....
As soon as I fabricate the wood pieces that rotted away, I'm going to put a new top on, sans the liner....
Never had a headliner on any of my old Chebbies, so I see no need for one on the bug...
Where in NC are you? Shuffle between Greensboro and Oak Island here...
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