Headliners, Easy Install v. Original Style

[sb001]

That is of immense help, thanks! Yes the original style looks much better and more correct.
The only thing that confuses me is that when I pulled out the original headliner from my 69, I discovered that the "main" roof piece and the trim piece around the rear window were in fact sewn together via a cardboard trim piece that was tucked away in the crevasse above the rear window. Everybody I have asked about that says that means it wasn't the original headliner but I absolutely guarantee it was.
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[sb001]

Can someone please explain IN DETAIL the difference between the original (multi-piece) style headliner vs the easy install (one-piece) headliner? In particular, which sections are extra pieces in the original style vs sewn in to the one-piece?
I cannot find ANY good illustrations showing the differences, and when I look them up on Sewfine's catalog they show the EXACT same illustration for both, then it says the one-piece still comes with 5 additional "trim" pieces which to me would be indicative of a multi-piece.
I am looking for a new headliner for my 69, I realize this is the wrong forum but since the subject was brought up here I thought I would ask.
Thanks in advance
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[usmc1345]

When it came time for the headliner to be done in my 63 ragtop, I got a few quotes. I thought on it, wrote some numbers on a scrap paper, did some math and came to a decision. I decided to do it myself. I could do it myself numerous times ( I forget how many it’s been 10 plus years ) for the price of someone else doing it once, I figure by the 3rd or 4th headliner I install myself I should have it down and still be under the estimates I got. I mean try it and see how it goes. You might surprise yourself, after I repaint my bug I’m going to be installing headliner number 3. Still under budget. Lol
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[carnut63]

I tried to do my oval headliner myself and after many hours of sweating, swearing, and tearing the fabrics I decided to take it to someone who did it for $1000. Worth the money.
Mind you this is socal costs.
The line under the window must be a reflection from sun. It’s not really there.

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[7of5]

That really was a nice job, especially for your first time. Perhaps you should change vocations, Good beetle upholsterer’s are rare now
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[STOICH]

if you really think about it.. a headliner is 40 bucks from jbugs... My buddies spent more money in beer last time we put in a headliner.. give it a whirl, worst case scenario, you get to take another shot at it

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[delibessleep]

Headliners are a pain and a little daunting, but you can do it yourself.

The EZ-Style has a few drawbacks. The look of the thing behind the quarter window to where it meets the rear window is a little funky...not too bad, but certainly not like the original.

There are some tricks, but mostly it is patience. I did my beetle in about 6 hours and it turned out great.

be careful when you pit your windows back in that you don't pull out the headliner where it attaches at the sills.
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[shano63]

Was that your first time?? Very nice work!
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[duginabug]

I installed my multi piece headliner myself. After reading all the warnings here about how hard of a job it is, I prepared myself for a nightmare, but to my surprise, it was much easier than I expected.

It IS a time consuming process, but by no means is it hard.

I realize this isn't "stock", but I just didn't like the plain looking folded end. Thought this add a nice touch.

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[w.mainhotrods]

What is recommended to put under the headliner?sound proof heat barrier....Best for the $.

[Harris]

John7 Wrote:

[john7]

personally i like the way the "easy install" headliner looks. probably because that is how my 74 super came with from the factory and am used to seeing it that way. but having installed both the original style is easier to put in. with the pieces being seperate it is easier to pull each piece tight and make it look good.

but if i pay a shop to do it i have a 1 piece style headliner installed. it just looks better being all smooth around the back window
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