What works for headliner tack strip?

Do you guys have any cheap alternatives to store bought headliner tack strip's ?? As I am unemployed I really don't want to pop about $100 for the store bought stuff.
I thought I had heard once that the side wall of old tires work, but they would be fairly short, I think if I could find a piece of old conveyor belt that might work good ?

Thank's in advance

edsel

 

a fan belt. they come in all shapes and sizes. break out the razor blade and trim to fit. holds tacks and staples well.

 

Leather is excellant....got a western tack store close? get a set of reigns...trims easy too...holds tacks or staples good..may need to stack them as 1/4 inch thickness works for me

 

the belts from the old belt driven drills or other shop tools. worked for me

 

Thanks you guys as alway the HAMB is awesome because of guys like you.

Thanks edsel