• Michael Duncumb
    3
    I’ve recently had an enquiry about a T2 campervan that needs a new headlining. My technique for measuring out the material is to use clear plastic sheeting and suspend it from the bows with tape. I remember where I used to work, my boss would measure the gap in the centre and taper it towards the edges. I’ve had a go in the past on a Beetle but my taper was too narrow and made it impossible to install. I was wondering if anyone have any tips or tricks on how to measure them more accurately, particularly the tapers. And does the measuring method work for more complicated shapes such as a 1950s Ford Pop or is the clear plastic method better for those. Thanks in advance
  • Fred Mattson
    152
    You should get yourself a copy of this book. It has a chapter on how to make a suspended headliner. It will make your task much easier to complete. 56l6woqxmzwfgtx3.jpg
  • Chris Vining
    48
    if you dont have the old headliner for the type 2 id just buy a new replacement one which will be more cost effective from west coast metric or vw heritage , as for the 103e pop i have template for that and sell kits
  • Michael Duncumb
    3
    Thanks for the replies. I brought that as an ebook to get a better idea on headliners but couldn’t find what I was after. I also watched the Meca guys on YouTube and they allowed an inch taper but it appeared to be a case of let’s try it and see how it goes.

    I do typically use pre-sewn camper headliners, the issue with this one is that it’s a converted commercial and he doesn’t want the windows removed so we’re having to plan it out. Are the Pop kite available to purchase online?
  • Keith Mayne
    38
    The last one I did I put the bows up where I wanted them then measured the gaps at the center, I measured where I wanted it to start curving down, I measured the gaps at the sides and the distance from the curve start to the curve end.Front and rear ends I made a rough template, I also added a few inches onto each side.Not sure If this is the correct way but it worked ok.This was for a ford anglia 105e.
  • Chris Vining
    48
    these are what i have
    ford pop 103e
    ford 100e
    ford anglia
    ford transit mk 1
    ford escort mk 1
    ford fiesta mk 1/2
    ford cortina mk 3
    ford coupe 1935
    ford coupe 1937
    vw golf mk 1
    vw scirocco mk 1
    vw beetle 6 piece
    vauxhall astra mk 1
    vauxhall viva
    vauxhall pa cresta velox
    vauxhall pc cresta
    vauxhall fd victor ventura
    vauxhall firenza
    hillman avenger
    hillman imp
    wolseley 6/10
    jag mk 2
    chevy 1950
    chevy 1955
    chevy 1957
    buick 1958
    classic mini
    49 to 54 chevy 3100 panel van
    buick riviera boat tail 1972
    triumph dolomite
    bmw 2002

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  • Steven A Helfrich
    0
    So far I have ordered all my headliners from companies that have the patterns and correct materials. I have seen shops that will purchase a premade headliner for a pattern and cut it apart to make a new one from a material that isn't available. This would also allow you to to a loose install to see what adjustments need to be made to fit the specific vehicle.
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