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Rotted headliner removal.
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I used a pressure washer while wearing safety glasses. Easily knocked the dry rotted foam right off. The base layer of glue I have yet to tackle. Will probably end up using acetone or similar product sparingly.
Quick update, spoke with someone who has dealt with these headliners a lot.
He says if you take the roof off, flip it upside down and douse in gasoline…. The headliner will dissolve right away.
Won’t be able to try this for a while but wanted to document the idea here for others.
He says if you take the roof off, flip it upside down and douse in gasoline…. The headliner will dissolve right away.
Won’t be able to try this for a while but wanted to document the idea here for others.
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I removed mine with a cordless Milwaukee multi tool.
I used a worn-out blade with no teeth left on it.
it was like a puddy knife.
Made short work out of it. might need some ear protection but other than that it was like shearing a sheep.
I used a worn-out blade with no teeth left on it.
it was like a puddy knife.
Made short work out of it. might need some ear protection but other than that it was like shearing a sheep.
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Gee, what could possibly go wrong with using gasoline. the roof padding is just an open foam design and adhered via adhesive, any 3M adhesive remover and a scrapper will take it off, GooOff works excellent, as well as break cleaner, either way, it’s a semi-slow and dirty process, doesn’t require the roof come off, but certainly makes it easier and cleaner, but I’ve done many both ways.
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I didn't see any mention of using a match with this method ... is there a Match involved too? Just want to make sure I understand the process correctly
Matches not required but recommended hahahaI didn't see any mention of using a match with this method ... is there a Match involved too? Just want to make sure I understand the process correctly
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It sure would be easier off the truck and upside down. Re-Installing would be a heck of a lot easier too but count me 1 vote against gas. Bad things happen with gas...
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While your talking about removing it, has anyone came across good replacement insulation to replace it? I've found the part numbers for the 4 pieces and it looks like mac motors has them all in stock. but for about 400 bucks!
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There are guys that sell neoprene water jet cut set for like 400$… but even that is insane to me.
Need a good alternative for under 200$
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Try orange oil based cleaner like goo-gone, or goof off
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Or citri-strip
Mine is crumbling away too, messy stuff. I am going to try and preserve the outer layer to use as a template for cutting the new material.
I had thought about using some kind of foam but that could be squeaky. This mineral wool stuff is great for sound, repeals water, and could work.
www.acoustimac.com
I had thought about using some kind of foam but that could be squeaky. This mineral wool stuff is great for sound, repeals water, and could work.
Rockwool® Mineral Wool 60 Acoustic Insulation - 6Lbs 48"x24"x2" Case of 6
SOLD BY THE CASE OF 6 PIECES PIECE SIZE: 48" x 24" with 2" Thickness HIGHLY FLAME RESISTANT - UP TO 1200℉
www.acoustimac.com
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Don’t use Rockwool on anything but a building that you are fireproofing! Worst stuff ever! You look at it and you itch… I would rather not have a top than have it inside my truck
Rockwool doesn’t itch, that’s fiberglass. The stuff in that link isn’t the batts you stuff in a wall, it’s stiffer, more like foam board.
Is taking the roof on and off easy?? I assume the seals stick it down
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Taking roof off is easy if you have forklift or at least another helper. This is on my M1167. The seal is glued to the windshield frame. Took me 40 mins to remove.
Have you found a replacement for your headliner yet? I gave up trying to remove the old adhesive, and figured I’d just cover it up.
I had originally thought if peel and stick carpet squares, or a thin outdoor carpet and some spray adhesive . Then I had this thought, might add some sound reduction: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09VNXL3JC/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_2?smid=A3P96XCDOUIJGI&psc=1
My only worry, with any option, is the adhesive failing over time.
I had originally thought if peel and stick carpet squares, or a thin outdoor carpet and some spray adhesive . Then I had this thought, might add some sound reduction: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09VNXL3JC/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_2?smid=A3P96XCDOUIJGI&psc=1
My only worry, with any option, is the adhesive failing over time.
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buy the current issue OEM roof pads and use all the Proper OEM retainers and it will be fine for the next 15yrs or longer.
I’ve done many ceilings, it’s labor tedious but not hard, the new pads have adhesive already applied
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I gave up on removing the glue residue on mine. Attempted but quickly found that it would take much more time and effort than I was willing. I replaced mine with OEM and the retainers are sufficiently holding them in place. YMMV.