62Jeff

Hi Bo, you are exactly the type of person I had in mind when I posted my results, someone who just wanted a little insight.

Congratulations on your progress, and ploease do show us pictures!

FYI, the chrome trim on my car is not correct, it should be painted but a previous owner added a few chrome accents to the interior, and I plan to keep them as is.

BB64VETTE

Jim--progress today but as with all things vintage auto there were some set backs. Posting some pictures and a few other notes for those who may have their car "in boxes." Of note, two of the screws are a different size. All screws are a #8 x 1/2" except two that are #8x1". Those two go into the inner most mounting point on the left and right side molding (a pillar molding) according to the factory assembly manual. I had tried to attach the side moldings (above the door) ahead of the A pillar molding--no can do on a 64 at least. So, I have now gone with this sequence for installation of interior trim:
1. Lower molding (at base of windshield)
2. Upper molding (that rear view mirror installs on top of)
3. L and R side A pillar moldings
4. Side molding (above the door--sliding these into the recess of the A pillar molding)
5. Halo panel (mine was out so just made it all easier)

My A pillar pieces did not fit right and still working them a bit to get to match the upper molding.


I do recommend taping up the side of your new headliner--my side pieces had some sharp edges on them and left some small marks.



I also had to move back the insulation that was in place to find the very small holes for the top screw to go into place on the A pillar moldings--not obvious at first blush of the project.


I also used a small pick to help align the holes in the trim to the clips as I worked the trim into place



I used the Al Knoch repop headliner and it was a perfect fit.

Thanks again!

Bo

Pilot Dan

No, the Dynamat is very thin and not an issue at all. I installed it under my factory original headliner with no problem and was very pleased with the results. Pilot Dan

watson

I am curious about the chrome trim pieces at the windshield and A Pillar. I have never seen those before. My car has painted trim in the same color as the interior. Did you add that or did that car come with them?

Thanks,

Doc

62Jeff

Previous owner did that

watson

It looks like it works well with the silver interior.

Doc

Chalie M

Great write up will help me when I acquire my C2, couldn't help but notice what looked to be blow up pics of electrical diagrams on the
wall in one of your pics, if so where did you get them.
Thanks again

62Jeff

Thank you. Forum member Don Olson (Vetsvette2002) sells them
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/memb...vette2002.html

DZVette

With Jeff's approval, attached you will find a PDF version of his Headliner "How to" for you to download at your convenience.

Dave Z

62Jeff

Thank you Dave, I appreciate your efforts.

I think I'll ask the moderators to remove this is a Sticky now, as there are too many stickies on the forum these days.

rld

I have replaced my headliner twice now and both times it has come unglued .I bought the first one from Corvette Central,they replaced it.Now the second one has failed. I live in florida,but it is in garage most of the time. The fit is great and not hard to install.Can someone help

Frankie the Fink

I had the same problem with a Corvette America piece; the adhesive failed the FIRST time I took the car out in the heat...

I returned it and got an Al Knoch headliner and no more problems - I live in Orlando...

MOXIE62

That's not the only "not a correct statement" in their catalog.

W Guy

I wash someone would post a "how To" piece like that for a '64 convertible hardtop.... One is on my agenda.

Verne

rld

Thanks for the post. It makes me feel better.I though I was doing something wrong.