Valdez - Headliner DIY

[scarabY2k]

Originally Posted by beasty00

Will this work for 00+ cars too? cuz I tried and my car was kind of diff than in the tut .. I got the cloth and adhesive glue already too..

I have a 2000 nB GLS, no sunroof, and did mine with no problem whatsoever.

[beasty00]

I have the same kind and seem to have a hard time removing everything, but I will give it another shot this weekend.. I'm scared that I might tear things up though

[D2Beetle]

Originally Posted by scarabY2k

I have a 2000 nB GLS, no sunroof, and did mine with no problem whatsoever.

There are some subtle differences between model years, a storage compartment above the mirror and rear seat lighting just to name two. I will be updating this DIY in the upcoming weeks as my sons NB needs a new headliner and he has these options.

Originally Posted by beasty00

I have the same kind and seem to have a hard time removing everything, but I will give it another shot this weekend.. I'm scared that I might tear things up though

The plastic will be resistant, just be careful when pulling on it so you do not break the tabs off. My sons NB has this problem with the trim over the hatch window.

[antonym]

Thanks D2Beetle for paving the way ahead!

This is what black microsuede looks like

[D2Beetle]

Nice! I considered suede, just could not find one in my color. Did you do foam/suede or just suede?

[antonym]

Originally Posted by D2Beetle

Nice! I considered suede, just could not find one in my color. Did you do foam/suede or just suede?

No foam ... but you have to be careful not to use too much glue and it is not very stretchy so getting into the grooves is a bit difficult.

[jrobbins7]

I want you to know - I just extracted my headliner from a 1998 New Beetle, following your instructions - worked like a charm. I can't thank you enough for taking the time you did to lay this out so precisely.

Saving me bucks.

Thanks for the effort.

[prideincolor]

Completely replaced my headliner today thanks to you. I love it. Thank you.

[blkbug]

THANKS FOR THE DIY
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[scarabY2k]

Originally Posted by blkbug

THANKS FOR THE DIY
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I see no pics

[D2Beetle]

Originally Posted by prideincolor

Completely replaced my headliner today thanks to you. I love it. Thank you.

Glad to help, you are welcome.

[h_2_o]

I was curious instead of reclothing it i saw a suggestion on tdiclub i'm sure was posted out of pure sarcasm, but has anyone had their headliner line-x'ed or similar?

[jgerni]

Looking to fix the headliner in my 2003 Beetle as it is drooping. The headliner material looks great...is it possible to reuse the headliner material?
Thanks
Josh

[D2Beetle]

Originally Posted by h_2_o

I was curious instead of reclothing it i saw a suggestion on tdiclub i'm sure was posted out of pure sarcasm, but has anyone had their headliner line-x'ed or similar?

Not that I am aware of. IMHO if they did the wiring and lighting would not look very good.

[D2Beetle]

Originally Posted by jgerni

Looking to fix the headliner in my 2003 Beetle as it is drooping. The headliner material looks great...is it possible to reuse the headliner material?
Thanks
Josh

Yes, it is possible; however you can get pre-fab (foam included) headliner for $20 and you only have to glue it once instead of twice.

[daughtersbeetle]

Can you tell me how much headliner material to use ?
54" or 60" x how many yards ?

[D2Beetle]

Originally Posted by daughtersbeetle

Can you tell me how much headliner material to use ?
54" or 60" x how many yards ?

PROJECT COST (moderate estimate): 1 Cloth/Fabric (1.5 sq yards) $20.00, 1-16 oz Spray Can Adhesive $11.00.

[navyfam1]

Your DIY is an inspiration. It def helped me get this done.... waiting fir the 24 hr cure time



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[D2Beetle]

Nice!

[alovelylifex]

Oh man, I'd love to do this! But I'm slightly nervous, I don't wanna tear up my baby.

Do you think this type of fabric would work?
HEMP Cotton PURPLE fabric eco friendly sewing by mygypsycottage