Date: Wed, 16 Apr 2003 01:53:05 GMT From: ma_twain <ma_twainnopsamo.com> Subject: Re: Repairing that sagging roof lining!
As for the spray glue - been there, done that - did not work . . Even said it would not work on the glue spray can. MeatballTurbo wrote: > In article <20030415043232.04664.00000633nopsamr.aol.com>, > aeatartsandmedianopsamcomnohawker says... > >>Common problem on old SAAB 900s - and I have it. The lining is falling down. >>What are my options? I'm fairly handy with DIY. What have other enthusiuasts >>done? I'm in UK in case there's something I can buy that works. Andy >> >> > > I've heard of small holes made in the fabric (enough for a fine straw > nozzle), and spray fabric/carpet contact adhesive used with some limited > success, or small screw in plastic studs added into the fibre headlining > backing through the fabric (creates a buttoned look). > > also heard of staples through the lining into the fibre for small areas, > but it can look messy for larger areas. > > In the end, the only real solution is to remove the headlining, and > recover using new foam backed headlining material. If you have a hatch, > you are at the advantage, because you don't need to remove the rear > screen to remove it. > > I too will need to start looking at solutions soon, because I have > several small saggin patches, in the rear corners, and above the rear > view mirror. >
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