Which racks to choose for the Lada Granta - install normal spare parts

August 11, 2021 Lada.Online 11 014 2

The main task of shock absorbers is to keep the wheel in constant contact with the road to avoid loss of control over the car. Currently, a large variety of shock absorbers from different manufacturers are offered for the Lada Granta/Kalina family. Let's figure out which shock absorbers are better to choose: original or analogue.

When is it time to change struts on a Lada Granta?

The service life of almost all parts in the suspension greatly depends on the operating conditions of the vehicle. In one case, struts and springs can last 150,000 km without problems or breakdowns. In another situation, after 20,000 km you will have to replace it. When operating a Lada Granta, you should not allow excessively careless driving, otherwise the struts will fail very quickly, since the quality of the parts is not always optimal.

The racks need to be replaced in the following cases:

• oil leaks are visible on the shock absorber body, which means that the device will soon stop working out irregularities;
• the car has become too hard or too soft, the behavior on the road has changed greatly;
• when rocking the car with your hands, the effect of inertial rocking is very noticeable - the racks do not work;
• more than 100,000 km have passed since the last replacement, as a rule, in Russian conditions this is the maximum service life of suspension struts;
• If the shock absorbers grind, knock, or make other unpleasant sounds, they should be replaced.

When diagnosing, you also need to pay attention to the condition of the springs, ball joint, as well as the upper shock absorber support, in particular the support bearing. Typically, these elements are installed in a complex so that in the future the owner does not face the sequential failure of all these elements. But if the other parts are in perfect order, you can replace only the racks by choosing a good option on the market.

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Oil or gas-oil - the first question that needs to be resolved

If you take inexpensive racks that are made in Russia or China, then there are virtually no differences between oil and gas-oil. But when you buy products from a great brand, you can notice a very noticeable difference. In particular, gas-oil will be a very tough sports solution. Oil shock absorbers offer customers a number of specific advantages that will be important in the operation of vehicles:

• quite high ride comfort, which can be called significant progress for the Lada Granta, overcoming most potholes without noticeable effects in the car interior;
• low level of penetration, that is, you will not catch unpleasant sounds when the rack shows its long free stroke, there is no risk of breakage;
• the rod stroke is quite long, it is possible to hang the wheels almost like an SUV, this helps on large bumps and dirt roads;
• your Lada Granta will not only become softer, but will also be able to transmit information about the road more energy-intensively, there is no intrusive data, only the necessary details;
• The cost of oil shock absorbers is often slightly lower than gas-oil shock absorbers, which is why the vast majority of domestic car owners buy them.

Of course, it all depends on the brand. You can buy an excellent Japanese version of the insert and get simply wonderful operating possibilities. There is the option of purchasing a cheap Chinese rack and being completely disappointed in its use. But for now, let's limit ourselves to making a decision on the type of shock absorber. It can be a soft oil or a sports gas-oil type.

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Conclusion

Based on the information provided, the owners formed an opinion on the effectiveness of using domestic and foreign analogues of suspension elements. The most optimal option in terms of price-quality ratio is gas-oil. Gas engines, despite a number of advantages, are not adapted for driving over rough terrain. Please take this into account when purchasing. What to do if the struts on the Grant are broken - replace them with new ones, or in the worst case, bleed them.

Manufacturer is one of the most difficult questions for the buyer

Buying unusual, expensive shock absorbers is becoming a necessity today. In conditions of very tough competition and the global crisis in the automotive market, cheap companies are starting to produce worse and worse spare parts. Therefore, the products of some corporations have long ceased to be reliable and of high quality. It is worth highlighting the following brands as an ideal solution for Lada Granta when purchasing racks:

• KYB - you can combine separate liners with a stock strut and you will get an almost full-fledged Kayaba, the shock absorbers are very durable and high quality;
• Acomi is a fairly affordable brand, but much better than Chinese solutions, a completely acceptable solution if you choose an expensive series like Comfort PRO;
• SS20 - the company makes special racks for the Granta, so they fit perfectly, quite adequate quality, but there are many fakes and a number of shortcomings in movement;
• Demfi - not so durable, but quite affordable racks, which are also ideal for the Lada Granta, quite high-quality performance, but you need a choice;
• Plaza is one of the cheapest options of more or less decent quality, but only some kits from the manufacturer are pleased with their reliability and durability.

So there are not many chances to choose from brands. Of course, you can try Monroe struts or buy some racing solutions from France and Germany. But this will be too expensive. The same as Kayaba, but this solution is classic, and is simply perfect for the Lada Granta. If you have enough money for a Japanese manufacturer, buy their offers for your car.

Analogs of rear shock absorbers on VAZ 2190 and 2191

The original rear ones are also slightly more expensive than the average price of replacements. Because of this, analogues are also in high demand. The best option would be to purchase rear shock absorber struts in packaging specifically from the manufacturer SAAZ (red box), and not the standard VAZ one (blue), which is true, analogues offer substitutes with slightly better rigidity characteristics and service life.

Which shock absorbers for Lada Granta should I choose? Many foreign analogues for the Lada Granta - VAZ 2190/2191 are superior to standard racks in a number of indicators, such as: rigidity, noise level, anti-corrosion coating, and the presence of reinforced mounting of silent blocks. But not all stands have such characteristics, especially if we are talking about a Chinese counterfeit.

The most popular manufacturer of racks among grant providers is SS20. The company specializes in producing racks specifically for Lada cars, including Grants. Therefore, there are no problems with installation, plus their price and quality are more acceptable, except in those rare cases when there are design flaws.

Of course, you can try to purchase Monroe or other spare parts made in Germany or France. But this will be too expensive an option.

Springs and strut supports for Lada Granta - choose the best

It is better to install original springs. No manufacturer offers the same accuracy as VAZ in this case. There is only one reason for this - no one wants a manufacturer of springs specifically for Grants to do it efficiently and cheaply. Therefore, you have to give preference to stock solutions. As for the upper and ball joints of the Lada Granta struts, it is worth paying attention to the following features:

• the upper supports of the front struts are most often installed in Russian SS20, there are options for using more expensive solutions, but this purchase takes a long time;
• but the rear upper supports for shock absorbers are not easy to find, the Acomi company will help you here, but it is better to contact the officials and buy what was originally in your car;
• VAZ ball joints are no good and cost 20-30 thousand, so it’s better to buy Belmag or Forward, which are made in Russia and cost very affordable money;
• you can also choose German Kraft ball joints, but here you should beware of fakes, so always choose parts based on price and quality with a specialist;
• It is better to buy any small details such as fasteners, bolts, nuts and washers from the factory, as otherwise you may simply not reassemble the car properly after disassembly.

There is an opinion that factory spare parts are always better than analog ones. But in the case of the Lada Granta this is not at all the case. Sometimes you can find quite adequate spare parts that fit Granta from German and Japanese brands. And then you can buy really wonderful additions and parts that last for years. However, any part has its own service life, and this also needs to be remembered.

The structure of the front shock absorbers

Grant front struts ( oil type ):

• stock;
• compensation chamber;
• piston with baffle valve;
• main camera;
• compression valve

Gas type:

• stock;
• piston with valves;
• separating piston;
• gas.

Replacing Lada Granta struts and supports - several important features

If the rear suspension is more or less clear, then the front suspension always hides more mysteries. It is the front struts and supports that most often fail. Unless you constantly pull a trailer or tow careless friends. The load on the front of the car is always increased, so you often have to work with the front suspension parts. Changing the front struts on a Grant is not so easy:

• first you need to completely remove the rack and disassemble the lower parts of the chassis for subsequent installation on a new mechanism for damping road irregularities;
• if the rack is installed as a new assembly, then there will be much fewer problems, you just need to install a new one in place of the old mechanism and reassemble it in the reverse order;
• if only the liner is changed, it is worth completely disassembling the strut, removing the spring and taking out the shock absorber, checking the degree of wear of all parts and the need to replace them;
• Next, you should replace the strut liner, carry out technical checks right at the assembly site and reassemble the shock absorber to its original position;
• Next will be the installation of the rack in place, assembly and rough diagnostics of all the components that you repaired, this will give complete confidence in the quality of the work.

You need to acquire tools such as a set of wrenches and sockets, a spring puller, a pry bar, pliers, screwdrivers and other available tools. Otherwise, you will not be able to completely disassemble the part and carry out its normal restoration. Of course, there are certain difficulties in carrying out this process, so it is better to take your Lada Granta for service and complete all the work in just over an hour. We invite you to watch the video of the process of replacing the strut on front-wheel drive VAZ vehicles:

Original

Depending on the configuration and year of manufacture of cars in the Grant/Kalina family, various telescopic front suspension struts and rear shock absorbers were used. Below are their article numbers and catalog numbers.

Telescopic front suspension drains assembled (with springs and supports)

:

• 21900-2901031-51 left Granta (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21900-2901031-55 / 8450101163 left Granta (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21900-2901031-61 left Granta (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21900-2901031-65 / 8450101164 left Granta (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21900-2901031-10 left Granta (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2901031-15 / 8450077319 left Granta/Kalina (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2901031-55 / 8450077320 left Granta/Kalina (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 8450109088 left Grant
• 8450109090 left Grant
• 21900-2901030-51 right Granta (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21900-2901030-55 / 8450101161 right Granta (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21900-2901030-61 right Granta (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21900-2901030-65 / 8450101162 right Granta (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2901030-10 right Granta (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2901030-15 / 8450077317 right Granta/Kalina (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2901030-55 / 8450077318 right Granta/Kalina (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 8450109087 right Grant Cross
• 8450109089 right Grant Cross
• 21928-2901031-10 left Kalina (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2901031-50 left Kalina 2 Cross (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2901030-50 right Kalina 2 Cross (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)

Telescopic front suspension struts

:

• 21900-2905403-51 / 8450106901 left with Grant/Kalina nut (SAAZ Komplekt LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2905403-00 / 8450106903 left with Grant/Kalina nut (SAAZ Komplekt LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2905403-50 / 8450106905 left with Granta/Kalina Cross nut (SAAZ Komplekt LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21900-2905402-51 / 8450106900 right with Grant/Kalina nut (SAAZ Komplekt LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2905402-00 / 8450106902 right with Grant/Kalina nut (SAAZ Komplekt LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2905402-50 / 8450106904 right with Granta/Kalina Cross nut (SAAZ Komplekt LLC, Chulkovo)
• 8450104706 left Granta Drive Active (Lada-Sport LLC, Tolyatti)
• 8450104703 right Granta Drive Active (Lada-Sport LLC, Togliatti)

Rear suspension shock absorbers assemblies

:

• 21900-2915004-51 / 8450004041 Granta (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21900-2915402-51 / 8450109209 Granta (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2915004-00 / 8450002842 Granta/Kalina (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2915402-00 / 8450109210 Granta/Kalina (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 8450109091 Granta
• 8450109092 Granta
• 8450104718 Granta Drive Active (“Lada-Sport LLC, Togliatti)
• 21928-2915004-50 Kalina Cross (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)
• 21928-2915402-50 Kalina Cross (“SAAZ Komplekt” LLC, Chulkovo)

The original shock absorbers and telescopic struts are guaranteed for 24 months or 40,000 km (whichever comes first).

Let's sum it up

There are a number of features of operating the Lada Granta on Russian roads. For some reason, a domestic car is not very suitable for our roads; it crashes and fails instantly. Sometimes you come across a well-built car that doesn’t show any character after 100,000 kilometers. But in most cases, the Garnet justifies the title of the cheapest car in the Lada line. And when it comes to racks, the manufacturer saves a lot on these elements. The installation of low-quality suspension elements leads to the fact that more and more people, after purchasing Grants, repair it under warranty.

However, sometimes it is better to cancel the warranty and install normal racks, supports and other parts. In this case, you will ensure the normal service of your car’s suspension and will be able to establish normal operation of each unit. This will take a certain budget, but can provide you with comfortable movement without any particular difficulties or problems. Of course, even the best quality rack will eventually fail. But it can travel far beyond 100 thousand kilometers. What brands of spare parts do you choose to repair the suspension of your Lada Granta?

Expert answer

Creaks and knocks can occur for various reasons, and it is not necessarily the rack itself.

The suspension design of the Lada Grant is “simpler than a steamed turnip,” but this does not mean that it is bad, on the contrary, this is exactly the case when simplicity is good!

What to do

Regarding the question, what should you do about it? The simplest option, and the most correct one in my opinion, is to contact a specialized service. Preferably not the one in which your car was diagnosed last time. If the knocking went away and then reappeared, then you could have the part replaced with a low-quality (used) one, perhaps at a profit. Or maybe there was an accident and the spare part turned out to be of low quality.

Diagnosis of front suspension elements at a service center

In addition to diagnosing the strut (shock absorber), the service center will also check other suspension elements, such as balls, “crabs” and stabilizer struts.

How bad could this be?

The work of diagnosing and repairing the front suspension is such a routine thing in car repair shops that there shouldn’t be any problems. Moreover, the Lada Granta is a very common car, and therefore has been studied far and wide by the staff of repair stations.

I advise you not to delay repairs, as this can develop into much more serious problems, not to mention your safety while driving . Driving a car with a faulty suspension is life-threatening!

The glass cracked. It’s good that it’s not a glass with a body number, otherwise problems with the traffic police would have been inevitable

Under increased load, the “glass” on the body may crack, and this is a body repair with painting, which will reduce the price of your car if it is sold on the secondary market. Plus, difficulties may arise with the traffic police, because the car body number is duplicated on one of the glasses.

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