Which racks are better to put on a VAZ 2114: TOP 6 best rack manufacturers

Struts in a car are the power elements of the suspension that are needed to connect the wheels and the body. With their help, the wheels support the weight of the entire car. They are also designed to transfer the energy of traction between the wheels and the road to the body and maintain the correct position of the wheels relative to the entire vehicle. Typically, struts are part of the shock absorption on a car and are combined with a damper and spring. Cars often have problems with the suspension, due to which the struts need to be replaced. In particular, we are talking about the VAZ-2114, where the struts are part of the overall shock-absorbing system of the car.

Racks for VAZ 2114

The best manufacturers of racks for VAZ

The same manufacturer of racks produces models of different rigidity and different designs, so it is not entirely correct to choose the best models - it is much more important to talk about the manufacturers: the quality of their products, the range of racks and other advantages and disadvantages. Accordingly, we decided to make a rating of the 6 best manufacturers of racks for VAZ cars. When compiling the list, we were guided by the manufacturer’s popularity among motorists and customer reviews.

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Trialli

Trialli is a manufacturer from Russia that produces parts for domestic cars. The company also works with the car’s shock-absorbing system and suspension. We have both front and rear struts for VAZ cars on sale. Moreover, the racks are not sold as a set, but separately. Accordingly, it is possible to purchase only the right or only the left strut for the front or rear of the car. This need arises if only one of the racks needs to be replaced. Another advantage of Trialli stands is that they are collapsible.

For the VAZ 2114, racks that are suitable for the VAZ 2108 model are suitable. The cost of one rack for the left or right side is about 2,500 rubles.

Trialli struts for VAZ 2114

Model characteristics:

• type of shock absorber: oil;
• shock absorber type: twin-pipe, hydraulic.

pros

• collapsible racks;
• can be purchased for one side;
• easy to find in stores.

Minuses

• you may get an unsuccessful copy;
• rapid wear and quality complaints from users.

Trialli car racks

KRAFT

Kraft is a foreign manufacturer that produces racks for the VAZ 2108-VAZ-2115. The company is not as famous as the previous ones, but it has one undeniable advantage - the cost of spare parts. KRAFT racks cost one and a half times less than racks from other companies, while the quality of the products remains high. Unfortunately, there are also disadvantages - the lack of separation of models by degree of rigidity and rod length. But the struts can be purchased separately, and not together with shock absorbers. At the same time, left or right racks are sold.

The KRAFT KT073525 model is suitable for the VAZ-2114.

KRAFT racks for VAZ 2114

Model characteristics:

• type of shock absorber: gas.

pros

• good resource;
• budget.

Minuses

• limited model range.

KRAFT car racks

"ASOMI" comfort pro

One of the most popular manufacturers of shock-absorbing equipment in Russia. Focuses on domestic cars, including LADA, VAZ. There are also models of racks for foreign cars. Like other manufacturers, Asomi divides its stands according to the degree of rigidity. Manufactures hydraulic and gas struts for cars. There are models with a shortened rod to lower the car, as well as options with a normal length.

Any Acomi pillars from the Lada Samara series are suitable for the VAZ-2114. We recommend taking a closer look at the “SPORT” series without lowering - these are ideal struts for a car that will be used in city or highway conditions.

"ASOMI" racks for VAZ 2114

Model characteristics:

• type of shock absorber: gas.

pros

• wide range of models;
• good workmanship;
• distributed on sale.

Minuses

• most suitable models lower the car.

Struts and shock absorbers for VAZ 2114

LADA

The car manufacturing plant still produces original parts even for older car models. In particular, Lada continues to produce original struts for the VAZ2108-VAZ-2115. The advantage of these models is that they are original, so the car will have the same driving characteristics as before the repair. Also, the original racks are distinguished by their low price, high-quality assembly and simplicity of design. Stands sold separately, including left and right.

LADA racks for VAZ 2114

For the VAZ-2114, struts from 2108 are suitable. The model range does not imply a division of struts according to rigidity; accordingly, all models correspond to the same rigidity as the original struts from the factory.

Model characteristics:

• type of shock absorber: gas.

pros

• inexpensive;
• high-quality assembly;
• repeat the original driving characteristics.

Minuses

• limited model range.

LADA car racks

Demfi

The Demfi company is a Russian manufacturer of shock absorbers and struts for domestic cars, including the VAZ brand. The company’s model range includes struts with different characteristics and varying degrees of rigidity: “Comfort”, “Drive”, “Premium”, “Original” - these are series of shock absorbers (and struts) that are produced at the manufacturer’s factories. The advantages of the company are that their products are available throughout the CIS (Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, etc.) and that the cost of the suspension kit is low. It is worth considering that most often Demfi supplies struts complete with shock absorbers, and we are talking specifically about front struts, so kits most often appear on sale.

Demfi racks for VAZ 2114

A set of shock absorbers and front struts for the VAZ 2108 is an ideal suspension model for our purposes, because it corresponds to the price-quality parameter and is suitable for the VAZ-2114.

Model characteristics:

• type of shock absorber: gas.

pros

• easy to find in stores throughout the CIS;
• the price corresponds to the quality;
• developed model range.

Minuses

• A-pillars only;
• sold complete with shock absorbers.

Demfi car racks

SS20

SS20 produces the most advanced racks for VAZ. The company has a wide range of racks. The car owner can choose a strut based on its rigidity and suspension height, which allows him to tune the car at his own discretion. CC20 racks have the best quality among all models in Russia. This is confirmed not only by the manufacturer’s four-year warranty, but also by positive customer reviews. Considering the cost of the racks (comparable to the cost of racks from other manufacturers), this is the best choice for the VAZ 2114 car.

SS20 racks for VAZ 2114

It is difficult to recommend a specific model, since the driver can independently choose the degree of suspension stiffness and its length. For those who cannot decide, we recommend a model from the “Standard” series - the golden mean between the indicated parameters.

Characteristics:

• type of shock absorber: gas.

pros

• high build quality;
• nice price;
• the widest model range:

Minuses

• stands are sold only in sets.

SS20 car racks

Racks SS20

Suspensions deserve special attention, which also do not lag behind imported manufacturers in sales volumes - drivers continue to support the domestic manufacturer, which makes shock absorbers in Samara.

Which racks are the best of all those available for purchase? Each is good in its own way and has a number of distinctive features. The Samara plant is a fairly serious enterprise that produces not only struts, but also other spare parts and parts for cars.

Racks made in Samara come in 4 types:

1. Highway - as you may have guessed, there is no question of a soft ride here. Shock absorbers are installed on cars that drive on highways; the products provide drivers with smooth entry and turns.
2. Standard – they work regardless of the weather conditions the car is in and can withstand the most severe temperature fluctuations. The rear suspension is matched to the front.
3. Comfort Optima - compared to Standard, the rigidity of these devices is 30% higher. Can be used for any driving style in any weather conditions.
4. Sports – suitable for extreme sports enthusiasts who are ready to drive at aggressive speeds and prefer sharp turns.

About the racks on the VAZ 2114

As is the case with other cars, the struts on the VAZ-2114 (which is practically the same “nine” 2109, but with minor structural changes) are located next to the shock absorbers. In other words, there are front and rear pillars. The racks are attached using the hinge method using a long rod.

Racks are a very important detail. If for some reason they fail, they will have to be replaced. You cannot use a car with broken struts, as this is fraught with emergency situations and an increased risk of accidents.

The front and rear pair of suspension struts are usually sold separately, since sometimes only one part of the car fails. When purchasing racks, you must take into account what part of the machine they are intended for, since the rear and front pairs have some differences.

Types of racks for VAZ

Comparison table of manufacturers and models of racks.

Vehicle compatibility

The design of different models of VAZ cars is largely unified, so one model of racks can be suitable for different cars at the same time. For example, racks for VAZ 2114 are compatible with VAZ-2109, VAZ-2108, VAZ-21099 and other car models. The manufacturer indicates this in the rack specifications. Thus, when you buy racks, you can choose among models for different VAZ cars.

Types of racks for VAZ

Firstly, manufacturers distinguish between front and rear struts. Accordingly, when purchasing, you must first take into account the fact for which side of the suspension the kit is intended.

Secondly, different racks differ in rigidity - their ability to absorb vibrations. The more the car’s ride “softens,” the softer the stance. This characteristic in itself is not an advantage or disadvantage of the kit, since the driver must independently choose the stiffness of the struts in accordance with his preferences and driving style.

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Is there a difference between struts and shock absorbers

Some people, even those who work with cars, confuse struts and shock absorbers. You need to understand that these are separate mechanisms that, although they are part of the same system, perform different functions. Thus, shock absorbers are designed to smooth out vehicle vibrations when driving and give it a “soft” ride. Racks are needed to secure the wheels to the body and support the entire weight of the car. With broken shock absorbers, the car is quite functional, although handling suffers greatly from this. If the racks fail, further movement is not possible.

It is also worth considering the load to which these parts are subject. Shock absorbers are loaded along their axis within their plane, while the struts are loaded along their entire circumference. In ninety-nine percent of cases, the breakdown of the racks indicates their complete failure; therefore, they are not subject to repair.

Thus, under no circumstances should shock absorbers and struts, which are different parts of the car, be confused. Confusion can arise due to the fact that a car's shock-absorbing system is sometimes sold assembled, and both struts and shock absorbers with a damper and spring are contained in one box. However, it is impossible to equate these mechanisms. Moreover, it is impossible to divide the struts into “gas” and “oil” ones, since this classification concerns shock absorbers as a whole, and not individual struts.

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How to change front struts

Replacing the front struts is no more difficult than installing new shock absorbers in the rear suspension. For this purpose, you will also need to place the car motionless on a flat surface, lift it from the front and remove the wheels. Then you need to remove all fasteners holding the posts and remove the assembled parts. A peculiarity of replacing the front parts is the violation of the wheel alignment, therefore, immediately after installing the front struts, it is necessary to adjust the tilt and rotation angles according to the technical data of the car of this model.