Headliner Headaches Solved!! 65 Mustang Headliner Install

[@edge2sword186]

having someone showing you how to do things right the first time is a real PLUS !

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Thanks man!

[@chrisfreemesser]

Imagine the factory workers back in 1965 doing this 100+ times a day. Would love to see video of just how fast they could install them...must have been a site to behold!

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Yeah it would have been !

[@outlawbillionairez9780]

Headliners were a nightmare for me . I didn't know what I was doing. I had to invent new swear words, because all the ones I had were insufficient! 😤

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Lol🤣 I feel your pain

[@BareRoseGarage]

Ya beat me to the punch Kiwi.... lol I should know better than to try to outrun a Kiwi! Great Video my friend, and Great Stuff! I'm thinking I should've waited and watched this first... 😅🤣😅👍

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Yeah sorry about that. It was completely coincidental I swear. I'm sure you'll have something to add though so go for it

[@BareRoseGarage]

@@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 No worries at all man, I totally dig it and shared it out as well! Keep setting the bar up there for us, because this stuff ROCKS!

[@fredflintstone8048]

Great tutorial for installing headliners. It's so true that not all contact cement is created equal. I got ahold of some water based contact cement. It was cheaper, odorless, and total $HIT. Worthless for holding. Good quality contact cement is expensive, but worth every penny. Don't try to cheap out. Not only will the installation frustrate you, it will NOT hold up over time.

[@Pico-hq7ws]

Bliddy Harl Kiwi, that's one hell of a skillset you've got there! Erroneously thought you were "just" a mech and body prep guy. Respect.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Jack of all trades.... thanks man!

[@Pico-hq7ws]

@@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 And the full quote is actually a compliment "Jack of all trades master of none though ofttimes better than master of one"

[@Bill_N_ATX]

Headliners and floating drywall are two jobs I hire out to a professional. Oh I could probably do it, but why? They’ll have it done in a fraction of the time I’d take to fuck it up and fix it two or three times till I got it right.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Knowing your limits is a skill too

[@Bill_N_ATX]

@@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 , The only other automotive job I would absolutely farm out is a convertible top. I tried to help a friend try and fix the top on his early 70’s Mustang years ago and after we messed with it for a week we ended up taking it to a real shop. After he messed with it for a couple weeks, we finally found a real pro who got it not only looking right, but working right. And not leaking, which I’m told is the real trick. So there is no way I’d attempt one of those.

[@justralphajerseyguystuckin3671]

😯Wow ! ....I could never do that, I'd be too afraid to mess it up, especially on the roofs of larger cars- as that Mustang has a tiny roof. But thanks for the tutorial, but I'd leave it up to the pros, and again- you have the skills 👍

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Thanks man!

[@Jupitermustangmike]

Yea I gotta admit you are a wizard!!!!

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Well thanks!!

[@Riverdeepnwide]

Great episode thanks Kiwi!

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Your welcome!

[@g3garage]

That's what I needed to see before I did my El Camino headliner a few years back. Thanks for sharing your knowledge Kiwi!

[@E.T.GARAGE]

Same here, I used the HD headliner stuff in the aerosol can that you get at the local auto parts store and it did not work out to well, wonder how it works on carpet.

[@billfioretti3013]

Good tutorial, Kiwi. Installing a rod-supported headliner wrinkle-free is one of the most tedious jobs one can perform. Good work, as usual!

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Thanks man

[@daniellefraser2350]

You make it look easy Mate. Great work!!

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Thanks man!

[@joshandnissa]

Less that a minute in and I already learned something

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Cool!! Glad it helped

[@donsmanufactory]

Perfect timing, I’ll be installing my headliner in a few days.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Hope it's helpful !

[@CAROLDDISCOVER-2025]

Fantastic job. It's nice to have somebody such expertise to show us how to do it in a straight forward presentation. Between you and the fella who paints your cars you have a great team! You're definitely all around car Guy. Body things engine works headliners and more

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Thanks man!!

[@kymhanlin9930]

Awesome stuff. Found this channel via UTG and glad I did cheers

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Cool! Thanks for watching!!

[@tongoio]

Of all the videos I found on headliner install, this one is the best. Your relaxed no stress example put me at ease and I did my Aussie Valiant yesterday and it came out awesome. I used Carbuilders spray adhesive made here in Australia. Its supposed to be rated to 120Deg C and it really applied well. I guess time will tell. And yes, I was soaked with sweat but I never swore once which was quite a shock. Thanks

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

That's awesome!! Glad the video was helpful!! 😎👍

[@LetGaiaLive]

Love your videos Kiwi. Concise, relaxed way of showing how to do something, without all the irrelevant crap. Onya mate! By the way, there’s such a thing as breaky beers 😁🤪

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Lol. That's funny. Hmm I wonder.....

[@jessicagreene1773]

Made that look way too easy! Difference between a professional and me in my backyard!!!

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

To be fair the mustang fastback is one of the easier ones to do. Some of the big wagons can be a challenge😃

[@DanEBoyd]

Looks good!

[@turner0224]

You can definitely tell this is Kiwi’s first time replacing a head liner ha ha ha . Looks like he could do this in his sleep.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Mmmm sleep.....

[@66balsam]

Our 66 Charger has a one pice fibre board headliner, perimeter mouldings hold it in place, fabric ones look like a lot of work!

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

They are much easier!

[@outlawbillionairez9780]

I realize the factory workers were really good at it, but it seems incredibly labor intensive by today's standards.

[@felisconcolor1112]

The nice part about those headliners is the easier piecemeal way you can work on them. My Flex's full-length one-piece headiner was a royal PITA when I needed to remove it in order to install factory roof rails, especially since every interior side trim panel must be removed to drop it prior to swapping out the rail inserts.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

There is that...

[@w2tty]

Wow, that was something! Nice job.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Thanks man!

[@robbieautrey3158]

Nice job mate, really looks very nice and tight.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Thanks

[@jodywales6760]

Groovy A+

[@forthwithtx5852]

Man, I would’ve been paranoid about overspray on the interior and covered it all with plastic sheet.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Lol you get better at not getting overspray everywhere when you have to clean it up😬😁

[@itneverwasme]

Chris... it's always time for a beer....

[@E.T.GARAGE]

Some good info, wish I had that headliner adhesive in the past instead of the aerosol stuff.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

it really is hopeless isn't it!

[@eosborne9w6]

I attempted a headliner in my 64 falcon when I was 19. Thank you for showing me how to do it right. I swore I’d never try again after that disaster, but I have new hope now.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Thanks, I'm happy it helped!!

[@rapdaddy2642]

Thanks for the great video mate

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Your most welcome, thanks for watching!

[@dm7097]

Just did the vinyl top on my ‘66 coupe, this project is next up on the list. Thank you for showing me how to get it done.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Your most welcome, the coupe is a little trickier with the "wings" that cover the rear roof pillar. If you can do a vinyl top then you shouldn't have any problems😁👍

[@jlletaw1954]

Better than me - l couldn't have got it that good even if the car was upside down on a rotisserie 😐

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

That would feel very odd doing it upside down. Or or do I mean right way up .... now I'm confused🤣 time for another Bourbon😬

[@miles9520]

Love to see rear window install and window trim as well. Thanks

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

I'll be doing front/rear glass install on a green mustang we have here soon😁

[@varpppp]

Nice job. Thanks for sharing your expertise.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Hope it helps !! Thanks for watching!

[@rjs2005]

Superb tutorial Kiwi! I've only done headliners on foam backer boards, never had the courage to tackle a bow-type one.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Very different ball game! The first one is always hard but ya get the hang of it

[@jontrudell7529]

Mustang Master KIWI

[@eddiehuff7366]

Wow... that looks really challenging. I replaced a convertible top once but I believe that headliner is a worse job.

[@coolstore1875]

Hi off topic the stainless trim clips around the front and back windows on the early cars were originally screwed in would you rivet or screw them in . I couldn’t tell from the video but it didn’t look like a pin post thanks in advance America is lucky to have you.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

The 65 mustang clips we're screwed in,the 66 went to pin post. I usually screw them in as per the factory just be sure to use stainless screws. Rivets will work just fine too

[@GenasysMech]

Use the right glue...the voice of experience. BTW, no dome light?

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

No, the fastback doesn't have one.

[@jeffduncan9140]

My coupe didn't have one either. Just the ones in the footwells under the dash.

[@NMTRUCKER]

You make it look easy! Maybe you have already done a video about yourself and how you wound up in the states. New Zealand is such a gorgeous country. Have visited three times in ‘86, ‘96, and 2006. Am restoring a ‘69 Chevelle SS and learning a lot from your and UTG’s videos. Thanks.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

I've been asked quite a few times now to a video about just that. Might just have to do that

[@peterrobb4675]

Watching in NZ and was wondering if Ados F2 contact adhesive would work

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Yes that is what I used back when I lived to there

[@fishgeralding9224]

I lucked out on my 69 Dart. Jim's auto up in New Hampshire had an NOS (New old stock) headliner. They bought out a bunch of stock directly from Chrysler years ago. They also have a bunch of used mopar parts in their on site yard, good source for body, trim, and mechanical.

[@mikeweber5382]

I love the hands on stuff, it’s very nice watching a pro go through the steps and share little tricks. Can we see how the fastback Cougar is coming along please. I have always thought they should have produced that body style.

[@roncross9984]

Great tutorial you a a kiwi with many talents a and a great camera man 👍🍻

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Thanks man!

[@mikedaugharty5544]

Good info there Kiwi very good video

[@jeepsblackpowderandlights4305]

I used weldwood contact cement for my headliner on my wagoneer a few years ago. I used that because i used a vinyl burgundy cordovan type color to match my leather interior. And the weldwood glue worked great to hold it to the cardboard. I used a foam paint roller to put it on. Had to use a lot though as the cardboard headliner sucks it up. That stuff... though is TOXIC.. i dont rec9mend doing it without a respirator or inside with no ventilation

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

The weldwood is very similar and works pretty well👍

[@locolunch]

Use the right glue... the smelly kind!

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Yeah no deliberate inhaling though.....

[@rogerpowers6893]

Very helpful. Thanks

[@boatnut64]

First Headliner I ever did, was on a '65 VW Bug... I bought material and "unstitched" the remains of the old one, for a pattern... After I sewed it, it was install time... Well, February in Canada, is a little cold.😂😂😂 So I put a rather large electric heater in the car, so I could get a decent stretch on it... While "Sweatin' like a Bad Girl" in Church", I stretched it in, glued down the sides and put the quarter windows back in... It turned out great, and I had no "SAG" in the 90 degree summer days... I still have to laugh when I think about it: Windows out, in the carport, freezing weather, heater roaring, sweating and stretching the headliner in. 🤣🤣🤣 On a side note, I wasn't sure if I had tightened it up, to the point, that when the weather got to freezing, that it might rip the stitches... 😮😮😮 But it was okay... 👍👍👍 Good Results from a Mispent Youth...

[@rheidtech]

Very nicw

[@donreinholz8121]

That looks like there is a lot of skill and patience to put in a new headliner. Looks very nice. When will you have the new cam and any other parts for AL to finish the motor for you?

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

He should have it Wednesday or Thursday

[@edward-x3s6f]

Holey moly #1 this morning ✌️

[@outlawbillionairez9780]

The early bird catches the content! 🙂

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Indeed😁

[@edward-x3s6f]

Chris got the goods dis morn 👍

[@malowers5191]

Excellent demo, thanks!!

[@1badombre82]

I truly appreciate the advice and im sure its very accurate advice but that will turn my $100 biy headlines job into a $200+ job. That very well may be the only right way to do it but it blows past my $350 entire interior budget 😬

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Glad it helped !!

[@donnamoss9650]

Wow - great video. My 9F02R has had a 3/8" dia hole just inside of the driver's visor mount for 50 years. And every now and then I think it would be nice to replace the headliner but you confirmed why I always thought the reward would not be worth the effort... Wonder if you ever tried a heat gun to warm the centre area to assist stretching the material out to the sides?

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Yes a heat gun really helps on some of those stubborn wrinkles

[@michaelmclester5133]

My fil was an auto upholstery for over 40yrs. I've watched him make and install antique to modern car headliners. If you' be never done this before, do yourself a favor and take your headliner to a professional. Most headliner kits need unexpected trimming done to fit properly, especially in roof side curves. Good headliners aren't cheap. Cheap headliners are a PITA. Just my experience.

[@Ripu2]

This advice is why no one learns anything new. Even the professional had a first time.

[@larrygreen4324]

If your close to the washer and dryer. Just pop it in for a few minutes and no more wrinkles.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Ya know, that would probably work 😁👍😎

[@larrygreen4324]

@@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 been at the upholstery game since 1976 . It will work on wrinkles if no sun or steamer available. Just don't forget it is in their.

[@brianalbrecht4423]

"great" head liner class 101 Kiwi...! ..thank u...!..if u r start'n with a car with "no" headliner left...can u get a kit with the bows..& r they #'d for location...or do u just have to trial & fit them till u get it right...?..cause a lot of the cars that r left out there nowadays...r pretty ....rough...!...thanks again...!...p.s....the paint & body on that car...look..BEUITFULL...!....wow...!

[@Boteris]

I already bonded that black thing

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Not sure what you mean here??

[@Boteris]

@@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 roof insulation. And preparing to install headliner. But on tbird I didint noticed metal clips to hold aft strip. Maybe not all models have it?

[@ImpalaSSRulz21]

Haha i did try the aerosol 3m glue for plastic to vinyl and it worked great until the California sun made it come apart

[@peterkovacs8654]

Give this Aussie a view, interesting stuff. @Auto Expert John Cadogan

[@jontrudell7529]

👎

[@PaulKraus-j4c]

You made it look easy. Does the headliner need to be installed before the door molding (chrome above windows that holds the weatherstripping?

[@garryhatchett775]

Looks very nice. What suppler do you prefer to use.

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

TMI when I can, their supply has been a bit erratic lately

[@richarddrapeau7599]

Would you say laying the fabric out in the sun for a while, befor glue, so its a little relaxed is a fair idea or is it likely to lead to an over stretch once it cools down?

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Laying out in the sun will help it relax back into it normal shape and flatten out any creases that have formed. You will need to stretch it a bit to glue it on the car but honestly the most important thing is using the correct glue!! DAP Landau Top & Trim spray grade glue is the ONLY one to use. Please don't use rattle can glue, it will fail and quickly!!!!!!

[@richarddrapeau7599]

@@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 that seems right. Used rattle cannon the seat back panels....didn't last.

[@rosachavez6394]

Can one paint the glue on with a brush? Also what’s the difference or will the adhesive cement work just the same ?

[@Boteris]

Why you spraid before when you can spray or just brush the edges when its in

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

I just prefer to do it that way. It's quicker and not so messy.

[@txsailor57]

Do you use the glue on cars that have tack strips?

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

No the tack stops are all you really need if they're in decent shape

[@78heloman]

Do you leave your spray gun tips in something to keep them clear when you’re not using it? Is it a lot of work keeping the gun tip clear between uses?

[@Tom-ki3lq]

Any company that makes a really good headliner or are they pretty much the same. 66 coupe

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

TMI by a small margin

[@roberthirshfield3571]

Any tips on 71 sportsroof

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Use weldwood landau top glue. NOT any kind of aerosol glue!!!! Make sure it tight! If your arms aren't getting heavy by the the end of the job it's not tight enough.

[@roberthirshfield3571]

@@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 ok found a gallon of weld wood landau top glue with a gun god 93.00 buck I’ll order it thanks

[@murrayhelmer8941]

I have a 42 Chevy 4 door. Could the head liner be installed the same way?

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Honestly I'm sure, you may have to make your own bows.....

[@jonbain838]

what is different about this process if you do not have the windows out of the car?

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

You have to have the front and rear glass out to do this. People have tried but it fails after a short time. It's a pain but it's got to be done if you want it to survive summer.

[@Nerdperior]

Do you need to remove front and back windshield?

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

Yea you do I'm afraid. I know people have tried but as soon as summer hits the glue will let go if you don't have it wrapped around the windshield openings 😡

[@Nerdperior]

@@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160 awh well thanks for letting me know! My headliner came in today and thought it'd be an easy hour long project 🤣 guess it's a good time to replace weather stripping too

[@kiwiclassicsandcustoms9160]

@@Nerdperior I'll have a video out soon in installing windshields. Not all that hard but messy!

[@thomasconnolly7452]

I'll bet that was the worst job on the assembly line. It looks like it takes time and patience.

[@hotrodray6802]

4 people working together that have done it hundreds or thousands of times..... I'll bet they were FAST and good.