[Z06] Headliner swap
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Joined: Dec 2006
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From: Surprise AZ
Headliner swap
I've searched the forums and found a few posts regarding '02 vs. '04 headliners indicating the '02 doesn't have the bumpout behind our heads.
I've got an '04 and would install an '02 headliner in a heartbeat if it's just a swap requiring no customization.
Are they interchangeable? Anybody done this to pick up headroom?
Thanks
I've got an '04 and would install an '02 headliner in a heartbeat if it's just a swap requiring no customization.
Are they interchangeable? Anybody done this to pick up headroom?
Thanks
Drifting
Joined: Sep 2002
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From: Charlotte NC
Yes, I did this in my '03 a few years ago and will be doing it again in my new '03. WELL worth it if you're over, say, 6'2" or ever plan to have a helmet on. Took about an hour if I recall. Pretty easy and doesn't require anything crazy. An extra hand would be helpful but I did it all by myself.
Drifting
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Le Mans Master
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From: Delray Beach FL
Removal is easy. Remove the plastic trim on the A-pillars and B-pillars (this is the hardest part). Remove the sun visors and a plastic pin on the rear of the headliner. Move the seats all the way forward and recline the backs all the way. Tilt the wheel down and you can remove the headliner. Removing the seats will make it a little easier, but it is not necessary.
Drifting
Joined: Sep 2002
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From: Charlotte NC
Removal is easy. Remove the plastic trim on the A-pillars and B-pillars (this is the hardest part). Remove the sun visors and a plastic pin on the rear of the headliner. Move the seats all the way forward and recline the backs all the way. Tilt the wheel down and you can remove the headliner. Removing the seats will make it a little easier, but it is not necessary.
Pro
Joined: May 2005
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From: St Aug, FL
anywhere from $90-$110.
I got mine from a local chevy dealer for a little under $100
They could get it to me faster than anyone at the time so I went for it.
I love having the extra headroom but a little more would be better.
If run the car with a helmet on I have to adjust around a bit in the seat to make it so I'm not pushing the helmet too much into the liner.
If they made one that gave more head room than even the 02 and earlier I'd be all over it.
I got mine from a local chevy dealer for a little under $100
They could get it to me faster than anyone at the time so I went for it.
I love having the extra headroom but a little more would be better.
If run the car with a helmet on I have to adjust around a bit in the seat to make it so I'm not pushing the helmet too much into the liner.
If they made one that gave more head room than even the 02 and earlier I'd be all over it.
Le Mans Master
Joined: May 2003
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From: Delray Beach FL
Are the 02 and 01 headliners the same? I had heard the 01 gives a little more room than even the 02's. Maybe my sources were wrong, though.
Oh..and as Weedo stated, hardest part is getting the sun visors back in properly. What a pain they were!
Oh..and as Weedo stated, hardest part is getting the sun visors back in properly. What a pain they were!
Drifting
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From: Charlotte NC
$166 at every Chevy Dealer I called.
$110 from Gene (GMParts) on this Forum.
They were less years ago when I did the swap on my other Z.
QuikZilver - The '01 & '02 show as the same thing when you're ordering them.
$110 from Gene (GMParts) on this Forum.
They were less years ago when I did the swap on my other Z.
QuikZilver - The '01 & '02 show as the same thing when you're ordering them.
Le Mans Master
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From: Delray Beach FL
Have an extra 01 headliner in my garage, so if I pull the LCD monitor out of my car (mounted into headliner), I had one to put back in. Picked it up off of someone parting out a 99 FRC. Always check out the Parts section here...might luck out and find one. I think I paid $ 25 plus shipping. 
Drifting
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From: Sahuarita AZ
I've removed mine several times in an effort to locate & fix my leaky seal. I had a very tough time getting the visors reinstalled.
Drifting
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From: Charlotte NC
I just finished my headliner swap (2nd one now). It took about 30 minutes start to finish taking everything out and putting the new one (for an '02) back in. I had my wife sit in the other seat and hold it up while I slid it in the "D-pilars" which was a big help. I also left out the sun visors so that saved some time. This is a must do if you're my height (6'3")! Man does it open up your line of vision!
I deleted my PMs and can't find who it was that wanted my '03 Headliner?.?.? From Tucson? I'll filter through my email again to see if its in there...
I deleted my PMs and can't find who it was that wanted my '03 Headliner?.?.? From Tucson? I'll filter through my email again to see if its in there...
Drifting
Joined: Nov 2003
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From: Sahuarita AZ
I just finished my headliner swap (2nd one now). It took about 30 minutes start to finish taking everything out and putting the new one (for an '02) back in. I had my wife sit in the other seat and hold it up while I slid it in the "D-pilars" which was a big help. I also left out the sun visors so that saved some time. This is a must do if you're my height (6'3")! Man does it open up your line of vision!
I deleted my PMs and can't find who it was that wanted my '03 Headliner?.?.? From Tucson? I'll filter through my email again to see if its in there...
I deleted my PMs and can't find who it was that wanted my '03 Headliner?.?.? From Tucson? I'll filter through my email again to see if its in there...
Matt
Drifting
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From: Charlotte NC
***Pics from todays install***
Both Headliners side-by-side: http://members.***.net/gofastcars/Z0...20-%20Both.jpg
Both Headliners - other side: http://members.***.net/gofastcars/Z0...s%20Bottom.jpg
You can see how the '03/'04 Headliner has the "bump" that the back of your head or hair hits if you're over about 6'1". On the other side of it you'll see the white "basket" that runs along the back. That's the reason for the bump. Supposedly for safety in crashes, but I just don't see it helping.
What do you really gain from the swap? I wouldn't say you get any extra headroom right above your head, but taking out the bump is the huge part for taller people. If you're, say, 6'0" or shorter I wouldn't bother. If you're taller, spend the $150!!!
Both Headliners side-by-side: http://members.***.net/gofastcars/Z0...20-%20Both.jpg
Both Headliners - other side: http://members.***.net/gofastcars/Z0...s%20Bottom.jpg
You can see how the '03/'04 Headliner has the "bump" that the back of your head or hair hits if you're over about 6'1". On the other side of it you'll see the white "basket" that runs along the back. That's the reason for the bump. Supposedly for safety in crashes, but I just don't see it helping.
What do you really gain from the swap? I wouldn't say you get any extra headroom right above your head, but taking out the bump is the huge part for taller people. If you're, say, 6'0" or shorter I wouldn't bother. If you're taller, spend the $150!!!
Melting Slicks
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From: North Bend WA
Thanks a lot for taking the time to show pictures of the different headliners. That is very helpful, not to mention insightful to know how/why they are different.
My situation is that I'm 6'0" tall and enjoy a fairly upright driving position. I currently don't have any headroom problems. However, I'm planning to purchase an aftermarket seat/slider setup one of these days, and I've heard quite a few people comment that most of these setups will intrude on the headroom.
Does anyone with aftermarket seats feel I might need to do this mod? I suppose I could always do the seats first and see where it leaves me for headroom, but I like to be prepared when possible.
My situation is that I'm 6'0" tall and enjoy a fairly upright driving position. I currently don't have any headroom problems. However, I'm planning to purchase an aftermarket seat/slider setup one of these days, and I've heard quite a few people comment that most of these setups will intrude on the headroom.
Does anyone with aftermarket seats feel I might need to do this mod? I suppose I could always do the seats first and see where it leaves me for headroom, but I like to be prepared when possible.