Any hot tips while ive got my headliner out?

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Originally Posted by johnp38

How about running some trailer 7 core cable (or 2 lots) to the roof console from one of the footwells so you can add switches etc later without messing with the headlining. in fact from your pics it looks like you can possibly pre run cables through those roof channels to the back for future use while at it.

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I generally use 6 core 14/0.20 security cable, but decent 7 core trailer cable sounds like a much better idea!

Good question about what to put up there - i got some silver backed foam insulation from a car upholstery joint- it is lightweight but even tho it has glue backing the dude told me to use high quality spray adhesive onto the steel first then it dry then stick the insulation up there. i did it to a wagon and it is so quiet now when it rains. great for sleep quality on rainy nights and it is much cooler now on hot days.
Definitely seal up those roof rack holes when you pull them off (useless bloody things) but NEVER use silicone on a window on a car. Use proper windscreen sealant that stays flexible and yet still skins over.
Rust proof those alpine windows for sure. Wurth make a great product for any rust conversion that you do not need to wash off - just let it heal the rust for a few hours on a hot day then paint over it. I avoid wax or lanoline - that stuff attracts dust etc and then you get a build-up of muck that traps moisture.... Ballistol is great after you rust proof and paint over every possible area.
If you are putting lights up there have a think about red lights. they do not harm your night vision and are great for camping etc. White LEDs are vicious on the eyes. They do permanent damage.
Why are modern car headlights so bright? How to prevent dazzle - Green Flag

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Originally Posted by Don 130

I didn't replace the fabric on my Defender heading shell. Instead, I cleaned all the rotten foam of with one of these, then painted it with low sheen acrylic paint matched to the colour of the sun visors. I'm very pleased with the result and many have made favourable comments. It gives a wipe-able surface.

Don.

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Not wanting to hijack the post - by this is a great idea. Any photos Don?

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Originally Posted by KeithMac

Not wanting to hijack the post - by this is a great idea. Any photos Don?

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Hijack away! Im keen to see some photos as well [emoji28]

Run wiring for a future dash cam, front & rear maybe

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Hijack away! Im keen to see some photos as well [emoji28]

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Her ya go boys and girls.Attachment 178619Attachment 178620Attachment 178621Attachment 178622

I hope they suit your needs. let me know if you need more. I had pictures of the process at the time but I've slept since then, so can't find them now.🤪
Don

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Originally Posted by grounded

If you are putting lights up there have a think about red lights. they do not harm your night vision and are great for camping etc. White LEDs are vicious on the eyes. They do permanent damage.
Why are modern car headlights so bright? How to prevent dazzle - Green Flag

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Yes, my Audi has 2 little red LED lights in the roof console near the rear view mirror. they point directly at the centre console with a very soft and faint light to provide lighting at night on the centre console. When driving you cant actually see the LEDs or the light beam, just the very soft light on the centre console. It took me a while to work out how it all was lit up, and it’s actually really really good!

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Originally Posted by RRT

Actually this could be a great thing for those of us wanting to get the remote SLS Plip, the 315mhz ones are much cheaper if I remember rightly!

https://www.ebay.com/p/1933867953

Interested, obviously the keys have to be replaced as well and programmed, is that all???

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Have gone this way with the Receiver from the States as well with a locally sourced key, for an idea of the price of the receiver - the two together are about half the price of a 433Mhz Remote

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