Important Notes: Hardware for headliners is not included. Headliners do not include bows nor bow chrome.
These Factory Style Headliners (inside roof covers) either fit 1978 Ford Econoline Van models with a Short Wheel Base or a Long Wheel Base.
Original Material(s): Tier Grain Vinyl is factory original headliner material for this Ford Econoline model year.
Headliner Only: You will receive a ready-to-install headliner; no sewing is required for the headliner. You will also receive extra matching material to allow you to re-cover your sun visors; sewing will be necessary to re-cover your sun visors.
Wheel Base Note: The 1978 Econoline Van Short Wheel Base measured 124 inches, and the Econoline Long Wheel Base measured 138 inches.
These Automotive Interior Headliners include a 3-year (36-month) warranty from the manufacturer. Please see our Warranty page for more details.
(1) What vehicle models do these headliners fit?
These factory-style replacement headliners fit 1978 Ford Econoline Van models. They are designed specifically for this year and body style.
These factory-style replacement headliners fit 1978 Ford Econoline Van models. They are designed specifically for this year and body style.
(2) Do I need to choose between different wheelbase versions?
Yes. The headliner is available for both the short wheelbase and long wheelbase versions of the 1978 Econoline Van. You should measure your van’s wheelbase to confirm the correct fitment before ordering — the short wheelbase measures 124 inches, and the long wheelbase measures 138 inches.
Yes. The headliner is available for both the short wheelbase and long wheelbase versions of the 1978 Econoline Van. You should measure your van’s wheelbase to confirm the correct fitment before ordering — the short wheelbase measures 124 inches, and the long wheelbase measures 138 inches.
(3) What materials are used, and are they original-style?
This headliner uses Tier Grain Vinyl, which is the factory original material for the 1978 Ford Econoline Van headliner.
This headliner uses Tier Grain Vinyl, which is the factory original material for the 1978 Ford Econoline Van headliner.
(4) What does the headliner kit include? Will I need to sew anything?
The headliner is delivered ready to install, with no sewing required for the headliner itself. The kit also includes extra matching material to re-cover your existing sun visors, though sewing will be necessary if you choose to recover the visors.
The headliner is delivered ready to install, with no sewing required for the headliner itself. The kit also includes extra matching material to re-cover your existing sun visors, though sewing will be necessary if you choose to recover the visors.
(5) What is not included in the headliner kit?
The headliner does not include installation hardware such as bows, bow chrome, or other mounting hardware. These components must be reused from your original van or obtained separately.
The headliner does not include installation hardware such as bows, bow chrome, or other mounting hardware. These components must be reused from your original van or obtained separately.
