Aftermarket Sunroof

Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by HyperCube33, Sep 15, 2006.

  1. HyperCube33

    HyperCube33 Guest

    Alright, after actually having time to do research myself, I've come across
    this:

    http://www.sunroofdoctor.com/9602saturn.htm

    It sounds more promising than a Saturn roof would - actual metal rails!

    anything else that would provide an easy install? I'm just looking for a way
    to fix my sunroof - or replace it with something that'll work better and not
    break because its 50% plastic.
     
    HyperCube33, Sep 15, 2006
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  2. HyperCube33

    RK Henry Guest

    Hey, that's pretty good. A few years ago I had to pay Saturn a fistful
    of dollars to replace the module because I was too busy at the time to
    fix it myself. It's nice to know there's a cheaper alternative. I'm
    making a note for future reference.

    When they replaced my module, the process of removing the headliner
    broke up the old, rotting foam backing of the headliner material. It
    started drooping so I couldn't see out the back. I replaced it myself
    for just a few bucks with headliner fabric from the fabric store. They
    even had the 3M spray adhesive to stick it on with. The foam in the
    new material was a bit thicker than the original so the new headliner
    is a bit cushier looking and I had to make a slight compromise on the
    color. Re-covering on a sunroof car takes a bit more fabric since you
    have to not only cover the headliner board but also the sun shield
    shutter. I had my mother sew new material on the sun visor blades. I
    still haven't figured out a good way to reattach the convenience
    mirror on the right side. I'm thinking of trying pop rivets, hot glue
    didn't work.

    If I had it to do over, I would replace the sunroof module with one of
    the rebuilt units and I would replace the headliner at the same time
    to eliminate the need to remove the headliner board twice. The
    fiberglass backing is rather delicate, so minimizing the number of
    times it's removed will help extend its life.

    RK Henry
     
    RK Henry, Sep 15, 2006
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  3. HyperCube33

    HyperCube33 Guest

    Awesome. Is it possible to get a brand new headliner from saturn somehow? Do
    I have to get an aftermarket one?

    I'm wondering how much that'd cost.

    Is there any guide on removing the headliner (so I dont destroy it
    accidentally? ;)

    -Brian
     
    HyperCube33, Sep 15, 2006
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