DIY: Removing the headliner and back dash - Page 2 - United Bimmer Community

**mullethunter3** · 05-17-2006, 07:46 AM

rooz, all you had to do is pull like a mofo. if that fails, use physics (longer moment arm=more torque=more force)

imo, no pic needed

**Rooz** · 05-17-2006, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by mullethunter3

rooz, all you had to do is pull like a mofo. if that fails, use physics (longer moment arm=more torque=more force)

imo, no pic needed

Yeah Was just joking, just showing that you really did have to pull like a mofo

**bmwracer** · 06-08-2006, 02:37 PM

Great write-up... Now I've gotta try it out myself. *nervous*

**MrWonka** · 06-08-2006, 09:09 PM

What did you use to spray the rear shelf...mine is also purple. When I took mine off everything went fine, but I had a REALLY hard time getting the C pillars to stay back in place, I couldnt really get the clips to get into their right holes, any tips?

Another question...did you notice any wires back there that were attached to your amp? When I took mine off, I didnt really disconnect any wires but when I put it back together, my amp didnt turn on and I havent had sound, so Im just wondering if you see any wires that could become easily disconnected or somethin.

Thanks for the great write up.

Mike

**mullethunter3** · 06-11-2006, 11:56 AM

Mike, are you talking about your factory amp or an aftermarket amp?
My factory amp has been disconnected for a while now, so I don't know what to say about that.

**Dudesky** · 07-23-2006, 01:46 PM

I just got done doing this. Pulled out the headliner, and reattached the fabric with Scotch adhesive spray. What a mess. It's all back together, but I got smudges in a bunch of places where you can see it. Should have just broke down and bought a new one

Amanda- where did you get a new one, and how much was it?

**mullethunter3** · 07-23-2006, 02:43 PM

i got the fabric and spray from stockinteriors.com

i forget what color i ordered, and it doesn't say on my invoice. sorry. but it you do go from there, buy 2 yards and 2 cans of adhesive.

Headliner Link

**Linds** · 07-23-2006, 03:55 PM

Great write-up!

I took out the rear deck today to paint. In case anyone is wondering, VHT vinyl/carpet dye works really well.

**Devo-Dave** · 04-06-2007, 11:52 PM

Wish I'd found this be paying $530.AUD to have so called professionals break every damn clip that hold the A & C pillars in

**gjman33** · 07-15-2007, 12:36 PM

Where did you find the spray dye for the back deck? How did it turn out afer you spray the deck?

**gjman33** · 07-15-2007, 12:37 PM

Where did you purchase the dye from?

**mullethunter3** · 07-15-2007, 08:23 PM

I literally got the dye from a shelf in my ex-boyfriend's father's car shop/garage. I have absolutely no idea what it is called anymore since I did it almost a year ago...

It turned out alright. It's got kind of a "hard" finish to it. Definitely not soft at all. I would recommend brushing it with something while spraying it to keep it soft.

**c1apton** · 07-15-2007, 09:59 PM

Duplicolor makes dyes for all types of materials - check with them or your local auto parts store.

**gjman33** · 07-15-2007, 10:00 PM

I have a the same problem. What did you use to dye the deck, and what color did you use or choose?

**mullethunter3** · 07-26-2007, 08:09 PM

Now that c1apton says that, I think it was Duplicolor.

Since my interior is black, I went with black for the back dash. Actually, once you remove the back dash, you can see the original color under where the speaker grill/cover things were. NAPA should sell the spray dye, if they have a NAPA in your area. If you start asking around at local auto parts stores, they will know what you are talking about.

If you have any other questions, feel free to PM me.