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Be careful, though. That Weldwood Landau HHR comes in a spray version and a brush version. If you don't apply as directed, you wont get the best results. If the Lockweld says to spray on, then you might not want to try to brush it. I imagine the spray on versions dry much faster.
Well...since I had already bought the WeldWood, and it's rated for high-temperatures, I figured I'd "take one for the team" and try it out. After all, without failure, we don't learn...
Anyway, I laid out the headliner and fabric, for basic fitment. Rolled the fabric back halfway, and sprayed the headliner and the fabric back. Rolled the fabric onto the headliner, and it went pretty well. Rolled back the other side, sprayed them down, and rolled the fabric down. Of course, I let the contact cement "set-up" to tacky first...
Once the bottom was done, I flipped the project over to do the edges. Sprayed the perimeter, sprayed the edge of the fabric, let it tack up, then rolled the fabric into position. Used a paint roller to roll it down because the wife is home today, and would notice if I took her rolling pin
Reinstalled the right rear molding, then the right front. Slid the headliner into position. Installed the left rear, then left front moldings. Done!
Been using 77 for years...for light duty projects or for just a temp hold. I don't recommend it at all for something like this. I cannot stress enough that you need to use a professional grade product, or you will be dealing with a mess. I'm speaking from first hand experience.
Thx, Since I have built an overhead console, that means I would have a bigger mess. I will find a better product before I do this.
Thanks! I went back later with a t-shirt and brushed the velour all the same direction, so it didn't have the handprints and other markings. Looks good.
After learning more than I ever wanted to know about adhesives, I just hope it stays together through the summer heat. We'll find out soon enough...
Thanks! I went back later with a t-shirt and brushed the velour all the same direction, so it didn't have the handprints and other markings. Looks good.
After learning more than I ever wanted to know about adhesives, I just hope it stays together through the summer heat. We'll find out soon enough...
So how's it holding up in the heat?
Our '73 has all the trim, but no headliner at all. Figured I would make one out of hardiboard, then it's just a matter of figuring out what kind of decorative fabric to cover it with, and the right glue. We get regular daily temps in the summer of 95+, and full sun, so the inside can hit 140+ from time to time. I was thinking maybe some kind of light throw or bedsheets with a big running horse logo on it would be cool. Kind of a "dual meaning" as it's a classic Ford logo, and my daughter works with disability therapy horses.
Our '73 has all the trim, but no headliner at all. Figured I would make one out of hardiboard, then it's just a matter of figuring out what kind of decorative fabric to cover it with, and the right glue. We get regular daily temps in the summer of 95+, and full sun, so the inside can hit 140+ from time to time. I was thinking maybe some kind of light throw or bedsheets with a big running horse logo on it would be cool. Kind of a "dual meaning" as it's a classic Ford logo, and my daughter works with disability therapy horses.
So far, so good. Both the trucks still look great.
I've read of guys using hardboard from the local warehouse home-improvement store. I'd probably go that route rather than buying one from LMC. I've heard they're way over size, so if you're going to trim one, might as well save the money.
Don't try to trim the fabric to the edge-roll it over the edge and glue it down.
The adhesive will soak/bleed thru a porous headliner material like a throw or bedsheet.
Good point. Hadn't really thought of that... did wonder whether a terry or fleece material would get enough "grip" on the adhesive, but didn't think about it bleeding through.
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