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Pro Stock
06-28-2009, 12:31 PM
Does anybody make or have any info on modern headliners (like they install on later model cars) for a first gen Camaro ?
Thanks, Dale
LSRS7
06-28-2009, 02:23 PM
Maybe this http://www.marquezdesign.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=3_4_6&products_id=154
ZuperZport
07-07-2009, 05:15 AM
These guys make a headliner kit also - available with or without console and 3rd brake light:
http://www.roddoors.com/pages/camaro.html
Mr.VENGEANCE
07-07-2009, 05:57 AM
iirc Roddoors was strait up waste of money...
XLexusTech
07-07-2009, 06:05 AM
Get the marquez one but make sure you provide a few months to get it.
ZuperZport
07-07-2009, 06:48 AM
iirc Roddoors was strait up waste of money...
What is the deal with the Rod Doors version? Did you buy one already and regret it? Not good quality? Poor fitment? Bad service?
Please let me/us know as I was close to pulling the trigger on one. Was a little skeptical as the person I spoke to on the phone about it was just like a used car salesman - seemed very "slinky".
The Marquez one looks nice but super pricey.
Thanks.
XLexusTech
07-07-2009, 07:03 AM
What is the deal with the Rod Doors version? Did you buy one already and regret it? Not good quality? Poor fitment? Bad service?
Please let me/us know as I was close to pulling the trigger on one. Was a little skeptical as the person I spoke to on the phone about it was just like a used car salesman - seemed very "slinky".
The Marquez one looks nice but super pricey.
Thanks.
X2 whats exactly is the issue with the Rod Doors one?
Marquez = Pricey + service is widely questioned.
Serpa69
07-07-2009, 09:19 AM
Marquez one is badd A$$ you get what you pay for. The roddoors looks :barf:
Mr.VENGEANCE
07-07-2009, 03:52 PM
I have no experience with them or it.. but i keep my ear to the pavement on a LOT of sites.. and the general consensus of my knowledge is that their headliner is terrible.. like (cut it in half to get it in) terrible.. like (wobbly not fit no good) terrible..
do a search.. youll see.
joejaze
07-07-2009, 04:45 PM
Don't mean to jack this thread but I have a question.
Anyone have any experience installing a Marquez headliner in a car with a 6 point cage already installed?
LSRS7
07-07-2009, 07:35 PM
Depends on how tight your cage is but you could get it in by pulling the front glass I believe. I can find out for you If you tell me how much room you have.
The part is a good buy in my opinion considering you can easy cover it yourself.
Don't know were the service rumors always come from, seems there is always two truths to every story,
XLexusTech
07-08-2009, 05:20 AM
Don't know were the service rumors always come from, seems there is always two truths to every story,
http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=20531&highlight=Marquez
SatisTraction
07-08-2009, 05:55 AM
anyone got pics of either installed? the pics on the sites dont do much for me.
Jim Nilsen
07-08-2009, 07:01 AM
I measured every way you can to see if you could fit one in from the front with a cage in the car and you have to be a magician to do it.
I made mine in 4 pieces and could have done it in 2 or 3 but ease of installation called for 4 pieces. Mine is made out of aluminum and looks great up front, I need an english wheel to finish the back half and will go to the wheel when the car rolls on it's own.
headliners are sooo much fun !!!!
LSRS7
07-08-2009, 08:05 AM
http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=20531&highlight=Marquez
Well if you saw that there then it must be true.
SatisTraction
07-08-2009, 08:19 AM
i have seen the same complaints on here. great parts and long waits.
ZuperZport
07-08-2009, 08:32 AM
Well if you saw that there then it must be true.
Lots of drama over them there......wow.....some quick trigger tempers...yikes......nice to be a part of a happy family over here at Pro-Touring.com...
Anyhow, I have a question....or a statement with a question...
Back in the day (mid 80's) my pal, John, had a 1975 Nova SS in great shape. Your standard mods available back then, mostly motor related. Anyhoo John had installed his own custom headliner made from a somewhat thick foam material. It was maybe 3/4" thick with a black almost vinyl like surface that was then glued up nicely to the roof area. Some time was put into it as far as getting the edges right, but since it was flexible and thick it stuck to the roof area nicely without any bumps or imperfections. Now I have lost touch with John (moved far away) and his Nova met an ugly demise after it was sold locally, so I can't check out this work from long ago.
My question is......and maybe I am answering it myself....what is to stop us from doing the same thing.....get an agreeable foam base, cut it to the right contours, wrap it in the material of choosing, and install it in our cars??? Can't imagine the materials costing more than a $100.
Can picture the dusty wheels spinning in my head already.........:idea:
SatisTraction
07-08-2009, 01:18 PM
most headliners are shaped cardboard with foam backed materail over it. get a couple from teh scap yard and go to work :)
SatisTraction
07-08-2009, 01:23 PM
here is a source for some materials
http://www.automotiveinteriors.com/Headliners.htm
Get the marquez one but make sure you provide a few months to get it.
We currently have two sets in stock and ready to ship.
Chris
Don't mean to jack this thread but I have a question.
Anyone have any experience installing a Marquez headliner in a car with a 6 point cage already installed?
Generally speaking, the headliner is not recommended to be installed in cars with an existing roll cage. Ideally the headliner is installed, then the cage after.
The main restriction is, even if you are able to get the large main piece in, the test fitting and installation of the a/b pillar sections can be tricky with a cage in the way.
Of course it depends how creative you can be with the fiberglass part, and, of course anything is possible, but our recommendation is to install the cage after the headliner.
Hope this helps,
Chris
James OLC
07-09-2009, 01:29 PM
From my experience, installing a one piece 'glass headliner with a cage already in place will be nearly impossible (especially if you want to keep it in one piece) - although entirely dependant on your cage. It might be easier with a three peice setup like Marquez currently has but I would think that it will still be challenging. The Marquez piece looks great installed and really cleans up the interior!
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