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[jagman.2003]

That headlining looks great. Its a job I'm dreading. I wish you were up here in the Highlands - I'd be twisting your arm!!

Thanks for the detail and explanation - it all helps those following.

Best wishes, Hugh

Thanks Hugh. It was starting to get the better of me. My main problem was I couldn't understand how I was going to get a 2 dimensional sheet of vynl to become a 3 dimensional shape. But the heat gun helped to mold it into shape. Also helped to get any creases out. The double sided tape was also so much cleaner than glue. Very glad I've finished it. Can really move on now. It would take alot of arm twisting to do another in a hurry though. But if you need any further tips just let me know.

[jagman.2003]

Ok, time for an update. A bit overdue as this thread was sculking down on page 6. As the headlining is now done I was looking at some of the next interior parts to go in. I would like to put the rear cage in as that takes some space & messing around. But before then I need to break the cage out of the back of my Espace where it's stored. (tailgate jammed). Also I thought I had better line up the rear quarter trim panels. As the rear arches are tubbed I needed to trim some of the panel back. This maybe harder to do after the cage is fitted. So I removed the staples around the arch edge. Used the piece of metal that was trimmed off the arch in the body to create roughly the right arc. Then trimmed with a knife the board underneath. Finally I've glued the outer trim back on with some spray glue. Both sides are virtually done now & I've stuck the vynl over the rear seat section of the arch. Also fitted another rear arch & 13" wheel.

Edited by jagman.2003, 12 September 2012 - 12:02 PM.

[jagman.2003]

Quick shot of the rear wheel & arch fitted properly. Painted & polished compared to the last pic I put on. Polishing was assisted by my trusty helper. I've got the height reasonably low compared to standard. It probably could go lower yet but I'm sure it will drop some after I've put some weight in with interior, fuel, battery etc. I like the width of the arch. Covers the 13" wheel well but doesn't shadow it. Leaves enough tyre showing at the sides. Well I know what I mean.

[minimuk]

Quick shot of the rear wheel & arch fitted properly. Painted & polished compared to the last pic I put on. Polishing was assisted by my trusty helper. I've got the height reasonably low compared to standard. It probably could go lower yet but I'm sure it will drop some after I've put some weight in with interior, fuel, battery etc. I like the width of the arch. Covers the 13" wheel well but doesn't shadow it. Leaves enough tyre showing at the sides. Well I know what I mean.

would not drop it more till as you said all is on board,...gap is tight between tyre and rear arch lip and radious arm, hopre you keep that gap.... but wheel looks so shiny.......

Edited by minimuk, 13 September 2012 - 10:48 PM.

[markje]

nice

[jagman.2003]

Managed to break the rear cage out of the back of the espace. Now fitted in place in the back of the mini.

[CLM]

Hmm Photobucket is being flaky I am getting forbidden when trying to view that last picture.

Nevermind there it goes, Cage looks good! Now only that nibbled hole in the seat backrest catches my eyes :)

Chris

Edited by CLM, 18 September 2012 - 11:28 PM.

[jagman.2003]

Hmm Photobucket is being flaky I am getting forbidden when trying to view that last picture.

Nevermind there it goes, Cage looks good! Now only that nibbled hole in the seat backrest catches my eyes :)

Chris

Yes, the hole. Thanks for pointing that out. I had to cut it out for the spit jig pole to go through. It wasn't very tidy but was quick. I have all good intentions of putting some plates over it. One of those five minute jobs I need to do before putting the rear seats in.

[hughJ]

Hello jagman.2003 I'm still harassing you for advice on the headlining. Can you tell me what double sided tape you used and where to get it. I have sponge stuff that I stuck my decals on with but I think that would be too thick. Sorry!!

Hugh

[jagman.2003]

Hello Hugh, I'll check what tape I used & get back to you.

[sonikk4]

Nice Jagman looking good. The spit hole i would put 4 anchor nuts equally spaced around the periphery of the hole then fabricate a panel an inch or so bigger. Put some sealant on the mating faces then bolt it in place. No welding needed.

[hughJ]

Thanks jagman.2003 you're very helpful. Is yours still holding in place?
Hugh

[rust nut]

looks a good build

[jagman.2003]

looks a good build

Thanks, getting there slowly.

[jagman.2003]

Ok, I've been offline for a couple of months due to ill health but am slowly getting more workshop time in. Hopefully get some updates & double sided tape info. very soon.