On Sep 28, 2011 1:02 PM, "Tom Coulter" <metalshop@optonline.net> wrote:
>
> This question is different than most I've seen on the DML site - they're
usually mechanical/electrical.
>
> It involves the headliner in the cab. After 14 years, my old '97 Dakota
Sport is showing aging signs in the cab. The felt headliner is peeling back
a few inches from the underling pad. Each tine I get in, I do the ritual:
calmly pet the liner onto the pad to get it to "stick" all along the
windshield, which it does for that errand. Next time I get in, I have to do
the samo samo.
>
> I actually purchased a set of thumb tacks, thinking I might simply pin the
liner up by placing tacks every 3 inches or so. But then I thought this
approach was best left to the Low Riders.
>
> Methinks it would be difficult to try to apply glue between the liner and
the pad, and I'd probably get glue on the windshield anyhow.
>
> Has anyone else had this issue? What's the best solution? Staple gun?
<smile>
If it was me I'd replace the headliner. IIRC most fabric stores sell the
material, all you need is a can of spray adhesive and a razor blade. A large
foam roller helps too. Hardest part is getting the headliner in and out of
the vehicle so be sure to let the glue fully dry before attempting
reinstallation.
Josh
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