Classic headlining

norseman · Mar 31, 2022

Does anyone know of a trimmer in Essex/East Anglia that would replace the headlining in my '87 Classic ?
The car has a retrofitted powered sunroof (not available from the factory until '88)
I am not able to do the job myself, my body doesn't flex like it used to & my eyes are useless for viewing anything close up

Mark Piercy · Apr 8, 2022

Did you find anyone @norseman?

norseman · Apr 8, 2022

Mark Piercy said:
Did you find anyone @norseman?

Mark Piercy · Apr 8, 2022

? Did you

norseman · Apr 9, 2022

Mark Piercy said:
? Did you

No replies yet. There is a local indie. near me that did a complete Dinitrol treatment on the car last year, I might ask them though I suspect they are more into mechanical work than interior trimming. The concept of a fitter handling headlining material after working on a gearbox doesn't appeal but I can ask.
Last time I browsed the 'net I couldn't find any contacts.
Thanks for your interest Mark.

Mark Piercy · Apr 10, 2022

Have you had a look on ebay for example.. Sometimes there are businesses who advertise on there.

norseman · Apr 10, 2022

Mark Piercy said:
Have you had a look on ebay for example.. Sometimes there are businesses who advertise on there.

The problem is finding a outfit that will carry out the work, most adverts. are lining material suppliers only or upholstery specialists. Another alternative is fixings (Amazon etc.) to alleviate the sagging as the existing lining is in good condition & only sags in the rear of the car, the front being supported by the sunroof.

Mark Piercy · Apr 10, 2022

norseman said:
The problem is finding a outfit that will carry out the work, most adverts. are lining material suppliers only or upholstery specialists. Another alternative is fixings (Amazon etc.) to alleviate the sagging as the existing lining is in good condition & only sags in the rear of the car, the front being supported by the sunroof.

Hmm, I've had a look ànd your correct...
Sorry I can't be of more help.

Ratae · Apr 10, 2022

Unfortunately it's usually the foamy backing on the lining material that fails.
To reuse the liners you must remove ALL the foamy stuff which will remain stuck to the liners.
I put a Nationwide Trim in mine some years ago - which have flexible GRP liners - but that too eventually failed due to the foam backing.
I scraped all the foam off & used a Martrim kit to re-cover it. It's a 2 person job as the high temperature resistant glue is instant grab with NO chance of repositioning.
I can well understand why no garages want to take it on.

gstuart · Apr 10, 2022

norseman said:
The problem is finding a outfit that will carry out the work, most adverts. are lining material suppliers only or upholstery specialists. Another alternative is fixings (Amazon etc.) to alleviate the sagging as the existing lining is in good condition & only sags in the rear of the car, the front being supported by the sunroof.

hi mate

sorry if you’ve already seen this but came across it and wished to share the link just in case it may be useful to u , apologises if it’s not and hope u get it resolved

https://www.lasalle-trim.co.uk/product/classic-complete-headlining-not-sunroof-compatible/

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/233213359130?hash=item364c99741a:g:dmUAAOxyRhBSrMcj

http://www.nationwidetrim.co.uk/

ps, plus when I removed and refitted my D3 headliner I had to get new plastic fittings , if there are any particular ones plse give me a ahoht as maybe some might be useful with the ones I used

plus shame ur not nearer as would have helped u mate

Shropshire classic · Apr 10, 2022

Pretty sure the guy in Taunton who advertises on EBay has had some good reviews on the classic Landy forum at pistonheads

brianp38dse · Apr 10, 2022

If its just sagging at the back do what i did to my p38 and used drawing pins in a nice chesterfield sofa style pattern

norseman · Apr 11, 2022

Mark Piercy said:
Hmm, I've had a look ànd your correct...
Sorry I can't be of more help.

Thanks anyway Mark, your input is appreciated

norseman · Apr 11, 2022

gstuart said:
hi mate sorry if you’ve already seen this but came across it and wished to share the link just in case it may be useful to u , apologises if it’s not and hope u get it resolved
plus shame ur not nearer as would have helped u mate

Link #1 is not sunroof compatible & nos. 2/3 are really too far from me to be a practical proposition, but nevertheless I appreciate your input ... thank you.

norseman · Apr 11, 2022

Shropshire classic said:
Pretty sure the guy in Taunton who advertises on EBay has had some good reviews on the classic Landy forum at pistonheads

Ratae said:

Unfortunately it's usually the foamy backing on the lining material that fails.
To reuse the liners you must remove ALL the foamy stuff which will remain stuck to the liners.
I put a Nationwide Trim in mine some years ago - which have flexible GRP liners - but that too eventually failed due to the foam backing.
I scraped all the foam off & used a Martrim kit to re-cover it. It's a 2 person job as the high temperature resistant glue is instant grab with NO chance of repositioning.
I can well understand why no garages want to take it on.

Click to expand...

So do I
Frankly I'm surprised at the lack of specialists for this service, considering the potential market. I guess there are not enough owners like myself needing the work carried out as there seems no shortage of headlining material suppliers.

hef19898 · Apr 11, 2022

I ordered mine from Famous Four, glas fibre back and a nice beige trim. If that helps!

Shropshire classic · Apr 11, 2022

Think the EBay guy may come to you although will no doubt incur a cost but maybe worth asking to get a ball park figure?

norseman said:
Link #1 is not sunroof compatible & nos. 2/3 are really too far from me to be a practical proposition, but nevertheless I appreciate your input ... thank you.

Datatek · Apr 11, 2022

The head linings on my P38's are held up with beige plastic trim fasteners, looks a bit like a quilted cushion

norseman · Apr 11, 2022

hef19898 said:
I ordered mine from Famous Four, glas fibre back and a nice beige trim. If that helps!

Shropshire classic said:
Think the EBay guy may come to you although will no doubt incur a cost but maybe worth asking to get a ball park figure?

Certainly worth an ask, thank you for the suggestion.

Datatek said:
The head linings on my P38's are held up with beige plastic trim fasteners, looks a bit like a quilted cushion

Mine could become a mirror image, there's a good choice of fasteners on the market

norseman · Apr 11, 2022

hef19898 said:
I ordered mine from Famous Four, glas fibre back and a nice beige trim. If that helps!

Fitted it yourself I guess ?

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