MK2 Roof lining

[Retrocool]

Hi all,

Another week, another problem, driving along at 60mph with the back window open, look in the rear view mirror to find the headlining has come unstuck and half come away from the roof!!

Apart from being an eyesore, I can't see out of my back window.

How would should i go about sticking this back on?? Are any glues that are better for this than others, are there any i should avoid??

Thanks

[mattneck(Beavis)]

have you lost the plastic trim piece goes between the c pillars across the back, that holds it up? 

[cняis]

DO NOT use contact adhesive like evo-stick because it will start to melt/warp the lining. mine looks like theres been a fire in the back 

i'd use good spray glue, like the stuff they use to fix carpets down with.

[Fez]

i have the same problem. I use spray glue, but find that it only lasts for a few weekes the i have to re apply it 

[Retrocool]

well I used spraymount as a very temporary fix to start with, and it held it for about 12hrs! i did say temporary!!

it fallen back down again now and annoying the crap outta me so gotta get it sorted. 

Fez did you use carpet glue like suggested above??

[Fez]

no but will be on the case this weekend

wheres the best place to get some from? any carpet place?

[Retrocool]

that or ebay..?

[cняis]

just do NOT use contact adhesive as the solvents will starts to melt the lining... mine has shrunk and rippled and looks gash!

carpet spray glue would be a good choice 

[BIG E]

Retrocool!!!!

Mate, I just read you message. I don't know if you have done the deed yet with you roof BUT... I had the same problem and I just used some 'cough!!!' wall paper paste. Am still unsure of the results yet??

Please let me know how you get on with what ever it was you were using.

[Retrocool]

I haven't had a chance to get at it yet! rest assured I will this weekend-down the bristols carpet warehouse i reckon, to get i some carpet glue... i'll let you know the results...