Ground clearance of VAZ 2107, increasing ground clearance of Lada 2107 with reinforced springs, spacers (video)

Cheap options for increasing ground clearance

The easiest way to make your car taller by a few millimeters is to install wheels and tires with a larger diameter than stock.
This is a gentle option, since when installing non-standard wheels and tires, you do not make any changes to the design of the running vehicle. When increasing ground clearance in this way, you need to remember that it is better to install on your car the rims and tires of the parameters recommended by the manufacturer. Typically, these parameters are indicated in the vehicle’s operating manual, but if they are not listed there, you can find this information on the Internet or contact the nearest branded car dealership. Having found out these parameters, you can buy tires and wheels, and then install them at any tire shop. This option has one advantage - the actual increase in ground clearance. But there are several disadvantages: increased fuel consumption, incorrect speedometer readings, and if tires and wheels are installed whose parameters are not recommended by the manufacturer, then the tires can touch the wheel arches when turning, which will ultimately lead to rapid wear of the tire.

The second method is more effective, as it gives a greater increase in clearance. This is the installation of special spacers between the shock absorber springs and the car body. Before you begin to implement this method, remember - by installing spacers, you are already making changes to the design of the car's chassis, therefore, you are violating the factory parameters. And this can affect both the change in the operation of the suspension and the safety of the car.

If you nevertheless decide on this option, then you have to choose from several types of spacers - aluminum, polyurethane or plastic. Aluminum ones have an order of magnitude longer service life than polyurethane and plastic ones; the ones that wear out the most quickly in this component are plastic spacers. So if you are going to increase the ground clearance seriously and for a long time, look at the aluminum parts. In addition, you need to remember that spacers differ depending on which suspension, front or rear, you install them on.

It is important to strictly follow the markings and not mix up the parts. Spacers are installed between the body cup and the shock absorber spring. There is another type of spacers - interturn spacers, which are installed between the turns of the springs. They are also made from different materials, but serve to tighten the suspension, which helps to avoid the disadvantages that arise when installing conventional spacers (one of the advantages of interturn spacers is a reduction in the car's grip when cornering).

The advantages of spacers are increased ground clearance and no sagging of the rear of the car when heavily loaded. Disadvantages - changing the angles of the suspension (can affect the handling of the car), increasing the shock absorber travel (the risk of suspension breakdown when falling into a deep hole increases) and vibration loads on the body and on the suspension itself.

The third method is to replace the factory shock absorber springs with non-standard ones with a large number of turns. This option is more expensive than the previous two, since it involves the purchase of reinforced springs with an increased number of turns and long-stroke shock absorbers for them (the price of these components and the cost of their installation are different, but it is much higher than the first two options).

This method of increasing the vehicle's ground clearance has several advantages: long service life and service life, less stern subsidence (compared to spacers) when the vehicle is fully loaded. Among the disadvantages are changes in the operating angles of the front and rear suspension, an increase in its rigidity, and vibrations that will be transmitted to the chassis and body of the car.

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Clearance

, perhaps one of the most popular car characteristics requested by car enthusiasts.
People are interested in the level of ground clearance of cars immediately after they know the volume and power of the engine, consumption and dynamic characteristics. And this is correct, because in our Russian conditions, a car’s high ground clearance
is sometimes more important than the presence of rear windows or even air conditioning.
how to increase
ground clearance to make driving on domestic roads more comfortable.

Before you begin the operation of increasing the ground clearance of your car, Honor needs several aspects. First: accurately calculate the ground clearance of your car (since its value may differ from the passport value, especially if it is a foreign-made car). Second: decide what ride height you want to achieve. The point is that just increase

Ground clearance is still half the battle, but you need to take into account such parameters as departure/entry angles and the vehicle's longitudinal flotation angle. They are different for all cars, and even if you increase the ground clearance of your sedan, it will not become an SUV, it will not be better to climb hills - and all because of its geometric cross-country ability specified by the factory designers. And, finally, you will have to decide on the budget for this operation, since there are several ways to increase clearance, and the labor costs for their use are different.

Expensive option for increasing ground clearance

There is a more expensive way to increase

vehicle clearance - installation of air suspension. It involves the purchase of front and rear air bags, air pressure sensors, compressor, receiver and control panel.

This method is described in detail in our material on lowering the suspension. Its main advantage is the ability to change the car's ground clearance depending on the speed or quality of the road on which the car is moving, in a fairly wide range. That is, the car can receive both lowered (for high-speed driving) and increased (for off-road driving) ground clearance. However, there are also plenty of disadvantages: in addition to the high cost of installation, repair and maintenance, air suspension has a relatively short service life (this is especially true for residents of Russian regions, where the quality of the road surface leaves much to be desired).

As you can see, any of the chosen methods of increasing the ground clearance of a car has its pros and cons. Therefore, before deciding on such an operation, carefully calculate its budget and think about the consequences that may occur as a result of changing the standard clearance of your “iron horse”.

Let's improve the VAZ 2110

To raise the rear suspension on a VAZ 2110 you need to:

1. Put the car on the handbrake.
2. Using a jack, raise the rear of the car so that the wheels are in the air and rotate freely.
3. Remove the wheel.
4. Unscrew the shock absorber mounting bolt. To do this you will need a key “19”.
5. Get the bolt. Perform a similar operation with the opposite shock absorber.
6. Take the spacer and determine on which side the distance from the base to the first hole is greater. The side where it is larger should be directed inward. The same spacer can be installed on both the right and left shock absorbers, since these devices are mirror symmetrical.
7. Install the spacer so that a line is drawn from the center of its lower hole to the upper hole, which falls into the vertical of the rack. You can install the spacer so that it is not adjustable in height by screwing the shock absorber into a single hole.
8. By unfolding the spacer, you can adjust the suspension height by screwing the strut into the upper or lower hole, but the device will then need to be placed on the opposite rear shock absorber.
9. When installing a spacer on an eye, it is important to install a bolt spacer so that the mechanism does not break during operation. You don't need to tighten the bolt too much, just make sure it fits snugly and doesn't wobble.
10. Install the strut mounting bolt into the holes in the spacer and shock absorber. The height can be adjusted by selecting the top or bottom holes.
11. Also install a spacer on the opposite shock absorber.
12. Adjust the rear brake pressure regulator by unscrewing its mounting bolt. Next, you need to move the bracket with something until the distance between the lever and the spring becomes 2 millimeters.
13. Check the functionality of the brake system. When braking hard at low speed, the rear axle should lock a little later than the front. If the rear wheels brake much later, then you need to reduce the distance from the lever to the mounting spring, and if it is too early, increase it.

Photo instructions

Unscrew the lower mounting bolt

We take out the bolt

We turn the side with a large distance towards the longitudinal axis of the machine

Ride quality

When creating the car, AvtoVAZ engineers cared little about the dynamic performance of the Seven. The sedan reaches the first hundred in just 16 seconds, and you can accelerate to a maximum of 150 km/h.

The suspension is soft, and this is a big plus for driving on bad roads. Ground clearance is average - 154 mm. You can't go off-road, but it's enough for the city.

Those who like to drive need to be careful. On the highway, at a speed of more than 100 km/h, the car will have to be “caught”, and when entering turns, slow down so as not to fly into a ditch. Caution is also important when overclocking. During a rapid detonation, the rear end of the car is pulled away.

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The steering wheel of a VAZ

»heavy, devoid of amplifiers. Fragile girls may experience discomfort when twisting the steering wheel. Not everything is smooth with the brakes either: the pedal needs to be pressed carefully and in advance.

How to install spacers on the front of a VAZ 2109

The vehicle's ground clearance is a parameter that does not happen much on our roads. Although, if you look from the other side, it is not uncommon to come across a car on the street with a lowered suspension.

Most often they decide to increase clearance due to the following cases:

In some cases, they decide to raise the rear and front suspension at the same time. It is no secret to many that after such actions some troubles may arise, wear of some components may increase, and the characteristics of the car may change. Let's try to find the answer to the question: how to increase ground clearance without negative consequences.

Spacers as a means of increasing ground clearance

Alternative shock absorbers may have a longer rod, which will provide more suspension travel. We discuss these subtleties in the topic “which shock absorbers are better to choose.”

Replacing springs to increase ground clearance

The car body hangs on springs, so they have a direct impact on ground clearance.

Springs 2108 are installed on the front suspension of the VAZ 2110 car as standard. “Tens” with 16kW internal combustion engines are equipped with reinforced springs 2112. In addition, suspension springs are divided into two classes “A” and “B”. If you prefer to load your car to capacity, then perhaps you should choose class A springs (yellow), because... They hold a little more load.

The rear springs of cars of the tenth family are also different. For example, springs 2112 are lower, but more elastic, and 2111 are higher, but softer. Anyone interested can check out the selection of rear springs on the forum or in the topic “which springs are best to choose.”

Do not forget that if the spring is very strong, then the rebound stroke of the shock absorber decreases (the shock absorber does not work, the suspension does not function), and there is a lack of ride comfort (the car is “goat”). As a result, rapid failure of the shock absorber.

Spacers for springs

Spacers are made of high-strength rubber, do not deform and are able to support the weight of the car. They are installed between the spring and the body. If the spring sag, then no spacer will save it, because in such a spring the interturn distance is reduced. Riding on such springs is already becoming dangerous, because the stroke before the coils close is reduced.

It’s a different story when such a spacer is placed on a normal spring and a working body. In this case, it will increase the ground clearance, but at the same time the rebound stroke will decrease and the compression stroke of the shock absorber will increase, which in general is also not very pleasant.

The third case is when the spring is normal, but the ground clearance has decreased due to body aging. In this case, the spacer will not harm the car.

It is worth noting that VAZ did not approve the spacers.

Depending on the configuration of cars of the tenth family, wheel rims are installed with a 13th or 14th radius. If you replace the standard wheels of a car with wheels of a larger radius, then no matter how you look at it, the vehicle's ground clearance will increase. As well as replacing tires with higher ones (for example, 175/55 R13 to 175/65 R13).

It is important to know what size of wheels and tires is the maximum permissible for a particular car (data for wheels/tires according to VAZ 2110). I wouldn’t be surprised if, after installing high tires, the wheels start to touch the fender liners.

Negative consequences of increasing clearance

When the center of gravity rises, the car's roll and sway increase while driving. To prevent a rollover, it is important that the vehicle's suspension is adjusted correctly. An example would be a tall Mercedes A class when it capsized in front of journalists during the “moose test”. Then they delayed the release of the car and began to modify the chassis. It all ended with increasing the elasticity of the suspension and replacing the wheels with low-profile ones. You can combat vehicle roll by installing various additional stabilizers.

In order to protect the car's suspension from damage while driving on domestic roads, spacers are increasingly being used to increase ground clearance. There are several modifications of these devices, which are installed under the front struts and rear springs. How effective is their use?

Engines and transmission

“Sevens” are available with 1.3, 1.5 and 1.6 liter engines with power from 64 to 75 hp. With. These are models aimed at the domestic market. For export, the models were supplied with a 1.7-liter engine producing 80 horsepower. However, under the hood of a used VAZ

-2107" you can find another unit. Amateur mechanics often test these machines and replace the original engine with one with different power characteristics. Such a replacement is popularly called “swap” (from the English swap - exchange).

The gearbox is a four- or five-speed manual, depending on the year of manufacture of the model, the drive is exclusively rear-wheel drive.

The model is economical in consumption and is not picky about fuel. In the combined cycle, the “Seven” consumes 7.5-8.5 liters per 100 km. You can fill the fuel tank not only with AI-92 and 95, but also with AI-80, if you can find it.

Installing spacers on rear pillars

To raise the rear part of the body above the road surface, thicker rubber spacers are installed under the springs instead of the factory spacers. Unlike the front ones, they do not deform the body, do not rust and do not have a negative impact on the performance of the car. But, as they say, to each his own, if you choose a different kit, you will still have to install it according to the general principle.

1. Depending on the type of car, you will have to do something like the following. Remove the sills under the trunk lid and near the rear doors. Move the rear seats as far forward as possible. Remove the trim and lining from the trunk. Do the same with the trims and trims of the side panels near the rear seats. In fact, you should be able to see the metal skeleton of your car.
2. After the preparatory work, we jack up the rear wheel and proceed as when upgrading the front part. We remove the wheel and begin to struggle with the support. Having unscrewed the upper and lower nuts, remove the support and examine the bolts. Most likely they also need to be replaced with longer ones. Sometimes there is a danger that the “non-original” bolts will not hold well, since there is no special sealing skirt. Resourceful car owners simply weld new bolts onto the strut.
3. We install the spacer and assemble everything in reverse order. Let's polish up the interior and we can call it a day. Everything may not be so difficult if you have a simpler car model than a Japanese Toyota. And there are also the same problematic designs, and you will have to work hard. In any case, do not forget about the instruction manual for each machine; it will help you calculate the most rational path to the treasured nuts.

Pros and cons of "VAZ-2107"

The main advantage of the “Seven” is its adaptation to Russian operating conditions. With a working engine and electrical system, the car starts even in severe frost.

Compact dimensions allow even beginners to park confidently. VAZ owners are not worried

-2107" and for the safety of the vehicle. Old Zhiguli cars are of little interest to car thieves.

Drivers rarely complain about engines and transmissions. They are mainly concerned about leaking rear axle seals, breakdown of the solenoid relay, malfunction of the fuel pump and generator. If something breaks, don’t go broke on repairs. Replacing the fuel pump assembly will cost 650 rubles, reinstalling the generator - 1,500-2,000 rubles.

Spare parts, as well as mechanics, capable of bringing the “Seven” back to life can be found in any outback. But you need to be careful with the details, there are a lot of counterfeits on the market.

And another minus of the “seven” is poor sound insulation. The dashboard, central air duct, or heating system control cables may rattle. Some drivers installed sound insulation themselves, so you can find a “quiet” car on the secondary market.

Strengthening the front suspension

Particular attention should be paid to tuning the front suspension of the VAZ-2107. The main weight of all units is concentrated here. It is advisable to install replacement parts of the highest quality; foreign-made ones can be used. We carry out all replacement work by analogy with the rear part.

After replacing all parts with more powerful ones, the stiffness of the suspension will increase significantly. But driving may be inconvenient. A slight body tilt will be noticeable when cornering. Here it is necessary to carry out additional work to improve the suspension of the VAZ-2107.

After completing modifications to the VAZ-2107 suspension, it is necessary to perform wheel alignment. This operation, of course, is best done at the station using special equipment.

What is the clearance of the VAZ 2107

Ground clearance is the distance from the lowest point in the center of the car body to the ground. However, the manufacturer LADA 2107

measures the ground clearance as it suits him. This means that the distance from the shock absorbers, engine oil pan or muffler to the asphalt may be less than the stated ground clearance.

An interesting point: car buyers pay special attention to ground clearance, because in our country good ground clearance is a necessity; it will save you from headaches when parking to curbs.

Ride height of LADA 2107

ranges from 170 to 175 mm. But be careful when going on vacation or returning with shopping: a loaded car will easily lose 2-3 centimeters of ground clearance.

If desired, the ground clearance of any car can be increased using spacers for shock absorbers. The car will become taller. However, it will lose its former stability at high speeds and will lose greatly in maneuverability. The ground clearance can also be reduced; for this, as a rule, it is enough to replace the standard shock absorbers with tuning ones: the handling and stability will immediately please you.

Rework to strengthen the chassis

It is also important to treat the studs that are located on the lower arm from corrosive wear. Before tightening the nuts, they must be pre-lubricated. Plastic can be fused onto the tips of the studs. To do this, you can take any plastic thing, cut off a piece, lean it against the tip of a hairpin and melt it.

Additionally, the stabilizer brackets can be strengthened. To do this, it is recommended to weld special steel corners onto them. Then carry out anti-corrosion treatment.

High-quality tuning for the VAZ-2107 chassis makes the car more reliable and easy to use.

Over time, as they wear out, the car's standard suspension springs become less rigid. Excessive “softness” of the suspension leads to deterioration in handling on uneven roads, and the rubber bumpers of the suspension are triggered even when driving over small bumps. This applies to all cars, and the “seven” is no exception.

There are two ways to solve the problem:

• Replace the springs with new, stiffer ones.
• Install spacers under the springs of the VAZ 2107.

The second method is simpler and less expensive. If necessary, it allows you to increase the stiffness of even new springs.

There are several types of spacers:

• Interturn spacers.
• Spacers between the spring and the installation cup on the car body.
• Spacers between the spring support and the mounting cup.
• Spacers on adjustable suspension.

Below we will look at the features of each type separately.

Content

Technical characteristics, dimensions and parameters of the VAZ 2107

VAZ-2107 is a rear-wheel drive car manufactured by AvtoVAZ, developed on the basis of the classic VAZ-2101 model of 1972. The car is a sedan, structurally similar to the original Soviet car. However, the car has been significantly improved in terms of design. There was also a new engine and additional equipment. The VAZ-2107 has long remained the cheapest car in Russia, as well as in some CIS countries. VAZ- 2107

– one of the latest models of the classic family. The car was produced mainly in Russia and Ukraine, as well as in Kazakhstan and Egypt. In the foreign market the car was known as Lada Nova, Lada Riva, Lada Signet and Lada 1500.

Like the VAZ-2101, the more modern VAZ-2101 is structurally identical to the Italian budget car Fiat 124, produced in the 1960s.

Ground clearance LADA 2107 1982, sedan, 1st generation

The main options for reducing clearance

The first option, which is considered the most economical, is to shorten the standard springs. You can do this yourself or, if you don’t have the necessary tools and skills, entrust it to a novice specialist. This operation can be performed without removing the spring. It is important to remember that the springs are shortened by a different number of turns (front, for example, by two, and rear by three). This is due to the fact that the weight of the machine must be distributed evenly.

The advantage of this method is low costs. As for the disadvantages, these include the risk of breaking both the spring and the shock absorber. Another option is to purchase and install shortened springs. Such springs are often called sports springs. The main costs here are associated with the purchase of finished parts. The advantages of this method include the fact that you can return everything to its place at any time (after all, the standard springs are not shortened). In addition, you can carry out such an operation yourself. The only thing is, upon completion, you need to contact specialists to perform camber/alignment work.

You can also reduce the ground clearance using a coilover. These are the springs that allow you to adjust the ground clearance. This option is the most convenient, because even if you were not able to achieve the expected result the first time, you can always adjust the desired suspension height without having to buy new parts. The advantages of this method include the versatility of coilovers. They are installed with both sports and conventional shock absorbers. They are adjustable according to your wishes. Finally, they are quite easy to install yourself. As for the minuses, there is only one – the price of the issue.

Air suspension is another option to “pump up” the VAZ 2107. Moreover, this option is only suitable for true fans. The fact is that the cost of the package can reach tens of thousands of rubles. But for this money you will get your hands on a full-fledged tool for working with the suspension. Another disadvantage is the cost of the work. The fact is that such a suspension cannot be made in your garage. And it is also not recommended to entrust the installation of equipment to the first “specialist” you come across. The disadvantages include the fact that such a suspension can quickly fail on domestic roads.

The advantages of this option include the possibility of flexible regulation of ground clearance (in a range of up to five centimeters). If the system is installed correctly, you can adjust the ground clearance at any time at your discretion, depending, for example, on the type of road surface and terrain. Another important advantage is the ability to well support the maximum weight of the car. The machine does not sag even at its maximum load. In general, the ground clearance can be adjusted in the range from two to nine centimeters. You should not do more, as this carries certain risks. During the modification process, it is also recommended to install new boots and rebound buffers. In addition, experts advise changing the support bearings. And one more important point. All work on suspension must be approached responsibly. If you cannot perform some operation yourself, it is better to entrust it to professionals. Saving or doing something carelessly is inappropriate here. Any mistake can significantly affect handling.

Salon "VAZ-2107"

The “Seven” was created on the basis of the “VAZ-2105”. It was a modified luxury version of the Five, aimed at wealthy people. People called it the Russian “Mercedes”. The interior of the car was luxurious for those times. Inside, there were seats with integrated headrests and a special dashboard that notifies you about the speed, fuel and oil levels, and engine heating temperature. The heating system has also been modernized. It directed air flows not only to the windows, but also to the driver’s feet.

Modern drivers won’t be surprised by the 7’s interior or trim levels. The car has no airbags, not to mention ABS and other electronic assistants. In the “top” versions you can adjust the angle of the headlights and headrests. For 10-15 thousand rubles, the equipment can be supplemented with multimedia, tinting and alloy wheels.

The cabin is comfortable for four passengers of average build; it will be a bit cramped with a fifth in the back seat. The trunk holds 379 liters of cargo. You can’t hide large luggage there - there’s enough space for several bags of groceries from the supermarket and a bag with tools.

Materials used

Reviews from friends, online users and personal observations made it clear that it is extremely important what spacers you buy. When we install the first elements we come across, bought for pennies, we greatly risk our own health and the health of our car.

Today spacers are produced on the basis of three different materials.

• Aluminum. Aluminum spacers are quite reliable. By installing them, you will eliminate the process of deformation of the bushings, and also provide a fairly high level of comfort. Many spacers have a negative impact on the ride comfort and performance of the car. Aluminum, as a rule, affects these characteristics less than others.

• Polyurethane. Polyurethane analogues are deformed due to the impact of springs on them when you often drive on uneven roads. Therefore, over time, the risk of damage to the body by its own bushings increases.

• Polymer or plastic. Plastic products are the most reliable and high quality. But only on condition that you buy spacers from truly proven and well-established manufacturers.

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Shock absorber modification

When transporting large loads (and often VAZ 2110 owners do not listen too much to recommendations regarding load capacity), the car seriously “sits down” and its ground clearance is significantly reduced.

If you have to constantly carry heavy things, it makes sense to install springs with class “A”. Naturally, they will make the shock absorbers stiff, and you will only be comfortable in a heavily loaded car, and without a load it will shake like on a cart.

There are also s, which are installed between the spring coils and do not allow the shock absorber to compress too much.

Interturn spacers in the shock absorber spring

In principle, such a car will no longer sag significantly under load, as well as nod off, but the shock absorber stroke will decrease and it will fail faster.

Increasing rear suspension stiffness

In order to tune the rear suspension, you need to replace several components. Namely: springs, shock absorbers, silent blocks and rubber bumpers.

In order to make a balanced modification of the rear suspension of the VAZ-2107, you need to take into account the lift height and spring length. You may have to remove a few threads to get the correct fit. The springs need to be changed to more powerful and stiffer ones. Usually good for replacing springs from a Niva car.

The next step is to replace the shock absorbers. The main thing here is to meet the requirements. It is better to look for shock absorbers with a fixed rod, as they are usually much stiffer than their counterparts.

Even seemingly insignificant parts: bumpers and silent blocks must be replaced with more reliable and powerful ones. Because abrasion of rubber bands leads to deterioration in car control. This is immediately felt, so upgrading the chassis makes the car more reliable to use.

"Lifting" the machine

In principle, as we have already noted, this is enough for a more or less comfortable ride. But, of course, many people want to “raise” the VAZ 2110 a little more, based on their realities.

We will tell you how you can actually do this. But let us warn you right away: “raising” the car above the asphalt level entails a number of unpleasant consequences:

• Clamping the springs, firstly, will lead to a decrease in comfort while driving, and secondly, the shock absorbers will suffer as a result, which will not be able to cope with their responsibilities;
• The suspension also suffers from too stiff springs, as this leads to increased loads on it;
• Corrosion is inevitable when using aluminum spacers;
• By increasing the ground clearance of the VAZ 2110, car owners risk the stability of the car while driving. The fact is that the center of gravity shifts, the car can rock, and in some cases it can even roll over. Therefore, experts strongly recommend not increasing the ground clearance by more than 5 cm. That is, the maximum limit should be no more than 170 mm!

Alloy wheels

In some cases, some car enthusiasts prefer to install alloy wheels with dimensions R16 or R17 on their “Seven” cars, but this inevitably increases the overall width of the wheel and its offset (ET). This leads to the need to strengthen the suspension elements and the use of low-profile tires, which do not work well on country roads or in winter.

In order to choose the right stamped or cast wheels for a VAZ 2107, drivers should not go beyond the limits of wheel offset ET23-34 mm, width 5.0J-6.5J, and also should not set the radius above 16. In addition, you must carefully observe bolt pattern and drilling pattern upon purchase, as this is the main indicator of compatibility.

"Houses"

Another method of increasing ground clearance is to install so-called “houses” on the rear suspension. The “houses” have special holes through which the ground clearance is adjusted, and they are installed between the eyes of the rear suspension beam and the bottom of the shock absorber.

But experts generally cannot come to a common opinion - whether the “houses” of the VAZ 2110 help or harm it. Some people believe that they are needed when the springs have sagged, and with their help it will be possible to raise the rear of the car. Others suggest replacing the springs and not “fencing up houses”.

Choice of springs and wheels

Both stock springs and those with variable pitch without lowering are suitable for us. To achieve overall stiffness, the front springs must be less stiff than the rear springs. The original rear suspension is no good, it is too soft, so if there are several people in the cabin, the car instantly loses controllability, and what to hide, you risk running into the first bump and damaging the bottom of the car. The wheels may begin to catch on the fender liners.

The correct choice of tires and rims is important.

Safety

Whatever method of increasing the ground clearance on the VAZ 2110 you choose (if you need it, of course), remember that safety comes first. You want to get a car that will be more stable on the road, and not ready to roll over every minute even on a small obstacle?

Therefore, be sure to adjust the suspension to increase its elasticity. Swap out the regular tires on your car for low-profile tires. To ensure this, also install additional stabilizers.

Refinement of the cylinder head

In addition to the intake manifold, it is necessary to modify the channels in the cylinder head itself, since there is a step between the manifold and the cylinder head that prevents the free passage of the fuel-air mixture into the cylinders. On classic heads this transition can reach 3 mm. Refinement of the head comes down to the following steps:

To determine where part of the metal needs to be removed, apply lubricant or plasticine to the plane of the head in the places where the commutator fits. After this, it will be clearly visible where and how much to grind off.

In addition to boring the channels, the cylinder head can be modified by installing a tuned camshaft. Most often, car owners install a shaft from a VAZ 21213, less often - sports elements of the “Estonian” type and the like.

Replacing the standard camshaft makes it possible to change the valve timing. As a result, the engine cylinders are better filled with the combustible mixture and are also cleaned of exhaust gases, which increases the power of the power unit. The camshaft is changed in the same way as during normal repairs, i.e. no special devices are required.

Cylinder block boring

The VAZ 2106 engine does not stand out for its power, because it ranges from 64 to 75 hp. With. with a volume of 1.3 to 1.6 liters, depending on the installed power unit. One of the common engine modifications is boring the cylinder block, which allows you to increase

internal diameter of cylinders and power. The boring process involves removing a layer of metal from the inner surface of the cylinders. However, you need to understand that excessive boring will lead to thinning of the walls and a decrease in the reliability and service life of the motor. Thus, the stock power unit with a volume of 1.6 liters and a cylinder diameter of 79 mm can be bored to 82 mm, giving a volume of 1.7 liters. With such changes, reliability indicators will practically not deteriorate.

Extreme lovers can increase

cylinders up to 84 mm at your own peril and risk, because no one knows how long such a motor will last.

The boring process is carried out on special equipment (boring machine), although there are craftsmen who carry out this procedure almost in a garage, and the accuracy remains questionable.

At the end of the procedure, pistons are inserted into the block, which in their characteristics correspond to the new cylinder sizes. In general, block boring consists of the following main stages:

• Removing the engine from the car.
• Complete disassembly of the power unit.
• Boring the cylinder block according to the desired parameters.
• Assembly of the mechanism with replacement of pistons.
• Installing a motor on a car.

Discs

Despite the fact that the model was produced for many years, and it would seem that the restyled versions should have differed greatly from each other over time, the wheelbase, body shape and other exterior parameters remained unchanged.

Wheel rims on the VAZ 2107 in the factory configuration have the following parameters: Standard drilling for VAZ products, or the diameter of the mounting hole on the vehicle's axle shaft, which is 58.5 mm, as well as a bolt pattern - each hub is attached to 4 studs of 98 mm each. This is a fairly universal size, because many European manufacturers of wheels, which are installed on most economy-class cars, often use the 4×100 dimension, which is fully compatible with the products of the Russian plant.

• Over the past 30 years, the concern has installed “classic” car wheels on its cars in the simplest configuration with the dimension 5J × 13 ET29 in a stamped version and without hubcaps, on which 165/80/R13 and 175/70/R13 tires were easily installed.
• More expensive modifications were equipped with 5.5J × 12 ET32 wheels and 175/65/R14 or 185/60/R14 tires, slightly increasing the disc offset so that the visible part of the wheel did not protrude beyond the transverse dimensions of the body.
• Wheels 15 on 2107 are a special “highlight” of the models of the first years. All these years, the plant installed wheels with parameters 6J × 15 ET25 and, accordingly, tires 185/55/R15 or 195/50/R15 on the top-end configurations, and this was the maximum that Russian engineers were able to achieve.

Stamped wheels for VAZ 2107 Please note! Almost all car enthusiasts, immediately after purchasing a car, additionally purchased and installed special decorative plastic linings on the wheels, produced in abundance by the same manufacturers that supplied “stamping” to the AvtoVAZ concern. However, some of the most demanding and wealthy clients often resorted to more expensive products and drove on cast and even forged wheels.

Compressor or turbine for the “six”

You can increase engine power by installing a compressor or turbine, but first you need to figure out what is required for this. First of all, you need to understand that, due to its design features, it is possible to install a turbine on a carburetor engine, but it is quite problematic. The nuances include both large material and time costs. The most important points to think about when equipping a car with a turbine are:

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Mandatory installation of an intercooler. This part is a kind of radiator, only the air is cooled in it. Since the turbine creates high pressure and the air is heated, it must be cooled to obtain the effect of the installation. If you don't use an intercooler, there will be an effect, but much less.

If you are not such an avid racing driver, then you should look towards the compressor, which has the following differences from the turbine:

• Does not develop high blood pressure.
• There is no need to install an intercooler.
• You can equip a VAZ carburetor engine.

To equip a VAZ 2106 with the unit in question, you will need a compressor kit - a kit that includes everything necessary for converting the engine (pipes, fasteners, supercharger, etc.).

The product is installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Refinement of the intake and exhaust system

Upgrading the cylinder head and manifolds, if desired, can be done by anyone who owns a “six” or another classic Zhiguli model. The main goal pursued is to increase power. It is achieved by reducing the resistance when supplying the fuel-air mixture at the inlet, i.e. by removing roughness. To carry out the procedure, the cylinder head must be removed from the vehicle and disassembled. After this, it is recommended to wash the unit. For these purposes, you can use modern means or ordinary kerosene or diesel fuel. From the necessary list of tools and materials you will need:

• drill with the ability to adjust speed;
• drill;
• flexible rod;
• rollers;
• skins of different grain sizes;
• rags;
• calipers;
• exhaust valve and set of washers for boring over 32 mm;
• graphite lubricant;
• vice.

Replacing the crankshaft

The engine of the VAZ “six” has a VAZ 2103 crankshaft with a piston stroke of 80 mm. In addition to increasing the diameter of the cylinders, you can increase

stroke of the piston, thereby boosting the engine. For the purposes under consideration, the engine is equipped with a VAZ 21213 crankshaft with a piston stroke of 84 mm. This way it will be possible to increase the volume to 1.65 liters (1646 cc). In addition, such a crankshaft has eight counterweights instead of four, which has a positive effect on the dynamic characteristics.

How to raise the front of a VAZ 2115

Installing spacers on the front suspension of VAZ 2108-2115

All cars of these series have good ground clearance, but from time to time it is not enough. The prerequisite for this may be either sluggishness of the springs or the need to drive on difficult off-road conditions. Installing spacers that change the ground clearance by more than 10 mm will require camber and toe adjustments. If the spacer changes the ground clearance by more than 20 mm, it is better to install longer brake hoses.

Spacers in the front suspension of these cars can be installed in 2 places:

Installing the FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER SPACER/How to lift the FRONT OF a VAZ car

between the spring and the upper or lower bowl of the rack;

Preparing to install spacers

Before starting work, carefully read the article (Safety precautions when installing spacers). Make sure you have all the tools you need. If you don’t have a tool, buy it or ask your friends. For this job you will need:

Here is a step-by-step guide that will help you install spacers without the help of others:

Loosen the front right wheel nuts.

Raise the front right side of the machine using a jack and place it on a stand.

Remove the wheel and set it aside.

Remove the cotter pin and unscrew the control pin nut (control rod end), then remove it from the steering knuckle using a puller.

Remove the brake caliper and pads (this procedure is described in detail in the service and repair manual for your car).

Unscrew the nuts securing the support bearing to the vehicle body and carefully lower the strut and lower arm to the ground.

If you place spacers between the spring and the cup, then:

Ø firmly hold the shock absorber rod under the support bearing using a gas wrench, then unscrew the nut securing the bearing to the rod; remove the bearing, remove the old rubber spacer (if there is one) and install a polymer one, then assemble the stand.

If you are installing a spacer between the pillar and the body, then do the following:

Ø Remove all bolts from the support bearing. If you can’t remove them, you will have to remove it, cut off the bolts and drill holes. Or install another bearing with normal holes instead; insert new bolts, the length of which is greater than the thickness of the spacer;

Reinstall the stand and tighten the nuts.

Replace and tighten the pads and caliper.

Insert the control pin into place, tighten the nut with a force of 4.5 kg and secure it with a cotter pin.

Everyone is familiar with the problem of poor road surfaces in our country. Under such conditions, many drivers decide to raise the rear suspension of their own car, and since the majority of the population in the Russian Federation drives VAZ cars, this article will look at how to raise the rear suspension on the VAZ 2110, 2107 and 2115.

Tuning the VAZ 2106 engine

The VAZ “six” began to be produced back in 1976. This model is long outdated both in appearance and technical characteristics. However, to this day there are still many adherents of using such cars. Some owners try to keep the car in its original form, others equip it with modern components and mechanisms. One of the primary units that undergoes tuning is the engine. Let's look at its modifications in more detail.

Engine lift 4cm / spar / stabilizer

In general, landing is landing. Style is style.

But I got tired of constantly straightening the protection because it was hitting the pallet. Touch the exhaust pipe. Rip it off sometimes. Rattle the pallet and crush it. Check the pan after every hard hole, etc. In addition, the grenades were broken and an engine lift would have corrected this. And by winter there will be less hemorrhage.

So it was time to lift the engine just in time for the end of the season. I will try to describe everything in as much detail as possible. All the nuances of the engine lift in Samara.

1. Stabilizer.

Before lifting the engine, I thought about what to do with the stub. After all: — it was flush with the spar, even with spacers for the ball. — the stub mounts are low and strike hard. — when lifting the engine, the pants or lambda will simply hit the stub.

There are two ways out: - turn over or overcook the stub struts (eggs), but at the same time they will hang very low, and most likely strike the rims when the wheel is turned completely out.

The kit itself consists of 3 plates and a side support with a plate already welded.

What is clearance?

Ground clearance (or ground clearance) is a value that characterizes the distance from the lowest point of the car (most often, the threshold) to the road surface. Ground clearance is measured in millimeters and can vary depending on the purpose of the car. For example, SUVs have higher ground clearance than a regular passenger car. Increasing the ground clearance allows you to increase the vehicle's cross-country ability, but at the same time, its resistance to rollover on the road decreases.

Below, as an example, is a table that shows the clearance

model range of VAZ cars.

VAZ 2121 “Niva” 220mm Lada Kalina (station wagon) 185 mm

As you noticed, the ground clearance of different models varies, and the difference is noticeable in the modifications of the car. So, for example, the Niva has a ground clearance of 220 mm, which allows it to overcome high obstacles, and the ground clearance of the G8 allows it to be more stable when cornering and develop greater speed, since when the height of the car is reduced, the frontal resistance of the oncoming flow is reduced air. Also, the high ground clearance of station wagons allows them to transport large loads without the vehicle sagging or “clinging” with the bottom of uneven road surfaces.

Clearance

The car is also a balance between high and low car height. After all, too high a height, as mentioned earlier, reduces its speed of movement due to increased air flow, and too low a height, although it will provide a fairly high speed and good stability, but exposes the bottom of the car to damage on high potholes and mounds.

The suspension springs of VAZ 2108, 2109, 21099 sagged, what should I do?

VAZ 2108, 21081, 21083, 2109, 21091, 21093, 21099 cars with a long service life most often have sagging springs in their front and rear suspension. At the same time, the ground clearance of the car decreases, it sags, pressing against the ground. The wheels may touch the fender liners.

Reasons for sagging suspension springs on VAZ 2108, 2109, 21099

How to increase ground clearance (clearance)

Increasing ground clearance is most often done by off-road driving enthusiasts, hunters and other people who like to go out of town. Roads in the city are significantly different from country roads. That is why increasing the clearance for cars unsuitable for these roads is one of the most important procedures.

• First method. An increase in ground clearance is achieved by installing wheels with a larger diameter. This is especially true for cars with basic equipment.

Among the disadvantages of this method are the appearance of a speedometer error and the limitation of the diameter by the wheel arches. This means that if you install a wheel that is too large in diameter, it will hit the arches on sharp turns.

• Second method. Installing spacers under the fastenings of suspension parts to the body, for example, springs, also allows you to increase ground clearance. Complete with spacers, you should purchase shock absorber extensions, or new extended shock absorbers, since when entering a deep hole, the shock absorber may fly out of the cup.

The disadvantage of this method is that the rear spacers are much thicker than the front ones and the increase in ground clearance occurs unevenly. In this regard, the brake force regulator, or “sorcerer” as it is called, receives incorrect information. However, the “sorcerer” has the ability to regulate.

• Third method. It is reminiscent of the second method and consists of replacing standard springs with springs with a large number of turns. In this way, a significant increase in ground clearance can be achieved. However, as in the second method, it is necessary to lengthen or replace the shock absorbers for the same reasons.

Compared to spacers, new springs will last much longer and more reliably, however, in addition to the same disadvantages, they have a high cost.

• Fourth method. Reinforced springs. This option is used for vehicles that are operated at full load. They can be pickup trucks and station wagons, which have the ability to transport large cargo. Reinforced springs do not increase the vehicle's ground clearance, but their use eliminates "sagging" under full load, while maintaining normal ground clearance and protects the underbody from damage due to uneven road surfaces.

Among the advantages of this system, one can note an increase in the service life of the entire chassis, however, the comfort of a trip without a load is reduced, since the rear part will “spring” on small bumps.

Sources:

https://mashinaa.ru/avtovaz/vaz-2107/8346-kakoj-klirens-u-vaz-2107.html https://vazweb.ru/desyatka/podveska/klirens.html https://bumper.guru/ klassicheskie-modeli-vaz/tyuning/tyuning-dvigatelya-vaz-2106.html https://vipwash.ru/podveska/uvelichenie-klirensa

How to lower the classics correctly?

1. At the beginning, you will need to decide on lowering the car, namely how much you will cut the coils, but before you do this, find a car that you definitely like based on the fit and, after talking with the owner, find out what has been done to the springs. , you can also ask how the car behaves in everyday driving (namely, how it overcomes obstacles, are there any problems with movement and similar questions) and having learned all this, decide for yourself how much you will cut the springs and remove them from the car, cut them down, but under no circumstances cut the springs if they are installed on the car.

Note! Still, there are a number of people who file down the springs without removing them from the car, we immediately warn you that you cannot do this, because the spring can then not only jump out, but shoot out of its seat, there have also already been cases when the coils damaged people and it is especially dangerous if the coils will get into your face, thereby injuring you!

2. Let’s say straight away that it’s very difficult to do such work in one day, of course it’s possible, but it’s hard, so be patient and take into account the fact that the car will not be running for at least two days, or even a week (Depending on what kind of work it will be and depending on modifications to the body), after the springs are removed from the car (You can start with whatever is convenient, but the front ones are the hardest to replace; it will take a very long time), file them down and install them in their regular place, if the gash is the simplest (Approximately 1.5- 2 turns, we’re talking about the front springs) then you don’t have to do any work on the body (But you still have to cut the rubber bumpers in half) and install all the same shock absorbers if the cut is around 3 or 4 turns then here the KX (Short-Stroke Shock Absorbers) and the bumpers will have to be cut down (As shown in the photo below), then the bumpers will need to be painted with a primer and paint applied on top, and put mastic or some other anti-corrosion coating on the paint (Thus this is a place to rot will not), if with such a lowering large wheels or ordinary R13 wheels are installed but on standard tires, then after assembling the entire suspension, do the following, unscrew the wheel completely (First in one direction, then in the other) and look where it is behind the arch touches, those places will need to be bent well with pliers and will not touch anything, or roll out the arch (In this case, the paint will crack in those places where you will roll out the arch), rolling is done as follows, take a special device for rolling out (Which almost no one has whom) and the arches are rolled out, the most common version of rolling out is when you take an aluminum bat or a handle and use it to roll out the arches, but if everything is done correctly, then you will also need to heat the paint with a construction hairdryer so that the paint does not burst.

3. We’ve sorted out the front part, now about the rear, it’s the easiest to cut, if the cut is small (Around two turns), then you don’t need to install any shock absorbers either, everything remains on the standard shock absorber, they will also handle impacts normally, if all If the rear suspension will not be comfortable, then special ones are sold. mounts for the rear shock absorbers, thanks to which the shock absorbers can be moved (so that they are slightly lower), in connection with this the shock absorbers will have movement and the suspension will be comfortable, if the gash at the rear is in the region of 4 and 5 turns, then here the tunnel will need to be digested (since the cardan will touch the body), in addition, it is necessary to install KX shock absorbers and cut off the bump stop in the middle and two rubber bands at the back, where the springs are located, in order to digest the tunnel, it will be necessary to cut it out, before cutting everything is good mark, there are brake pipes below above the tunnel, so between them, stick something, a board for example, so that the pipes are not accidentally damaged, when it is cut out, take new iron and weld it by welding, but be careful, make sure that the metal didn't catch fire.

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Note! If there are large wheels at the rear and touch the arches, then you will have to do the same thing as with the tunnel, namely cut out the arches and weld on other pieces of iron, see the photo below for more details:

4. After the operations have been completed, go to the wheel alignment and let everything be set to normal for you there, this is necessary because when the car sits down, the wheel angles all change and very much.

Additional video clip: Read in more detail the process of lowering the classics and rolling out the arches in the video clips below and we hope that you will lower your classics moderately, not too much or too little, there are 3 turns in front and 3.5 in the back, the best fit in our opinion opinion and the car looks very beautiful and there are many places where it can go.

Higher, and higher, and higher: how and why to raise the car body with spacers

Looking at the cars that drive around Russian cities, you might think that all the car manufacturers have colluded and are producing cars of the wrong height. How else can we explain the fact that a huge part of our population has a desire to either lower the car or raise it to an unattainable height? Let’s put aside the questions of lowering for now and talk about how and why car enthusiasts lift their cars with spacers.

What is clearance?

If you think that a car's ground clearance, also known as ground clearance, is the distance from the lowest point on the bottom of the car to the supporting surface (road surface), then you are mistaken... This lowest point is not sought for measurement over the entire area of ​​the bottom of the car, but only on its so-called “central part”. The concept seems vague, but there are simple formulas for calculating it. There is no point in delving into them. For ease of understanding, the “central part” of the average sedan, used to determine ground clearance, looks something like this (marked in red):

As we can see, many points of the lower part of the body (suspension elements in the wheel area, marked with arrows, mudguards, sill plates, muffler tips and some others) are not taken into account when determining ground clearance and can (and do turn out to be!) noticeably closer to the asphalt than that point , which is taken as a reference when determining the official value of ground clearance. And if you consider that the factory clearance figures for foreign cars are most often valid only for an empty car, without cargo or passengers, then you shouldn’t be surprised when a city car scrapes its bottom on a completely harmless dirt road on the way to the country.

As a result, many car owners, who are not ready to buy an SUV or at least a crossover, seek to “raise” their sedan in order to make it more versatile. By installing tires with a larger diameter from the list of sizes allowed by the manufacturer, an honest centimeter and a half height is gained, however, purchasing new wheels is expensive, and some sizes are even rare. Therefore, the method of raising the body with spacers has gained significant popularity. Let's look at its features, pros and cons.

Spacer design

Spacers are divided into front and rear, differing in design. For a full “lift”, necessary to increase the vehicle’s cross-country ability off asphalt, all four are installed. But sometimes they make do with a pair of rear ones for partial lifting, which is usually required when there are frequent suspension breakdowns and the bottom touches uneven roads from carrying heavy loads in the trunk or three passengers on the back seat.

Front spacers (we are talking about MacPherson suspension) are installed between the shock absorber strut support and the body. They are rings made of hard plastic or aluminum. Rear spacers are installed between the body and the spring of the rear axle or beam. They look like “steering wheels” made of dense rubber or polyurethane with a diameter corresponding to the diameter of the spring.

What does a spacer change?

A spacer mounted above the A-pillar mount raises the body above the A-pillar, thereby increasing the angle of the lower A-arm. As a result, the body and those “clinging” parts that were actually lower than the official ground clearance figures (sills, bumper edges, mudguards, etc.) “rise” above the road by the size of the spacer (value “B” in the picture). It is important to note that the position of point “A”, located on the lever in the area of ​​the ball joint, does not change. Where you would have caught a stump or cobblestone under the lever on a non-lifted car, you will catch it on a lifted one. The lift of point “A” can only be increased by installing wheels of larger diameter.

The picture above is of the front axle of the car. In the case of the rear axle, everything is not so clear. No, if the rear axle also has an independent suspension - the same MacPherson strut or multi-link - then the effect of increasing the ground clearance will be exactly the same as in the first case. However, if the rear of the car has a “cart design” (a U-shaped torsion beam or a continuous drive axle), then the effect of increasing ground clearance does not occur even in the central part. The body is raised above the bridge, and the gap between the bridge and the road remains unchanged.

Spacers

One way to increase the clearance is to install spacers - a kind of spacer supports that can be found in stores and car markets. They are installed between the body and the support of the VAZ 2110.

They come in three types:

1. made of plastic – they have practically no flaws, are quite durable and last a long time;
2. polyurethane ones are also wear-resistant, but when the car “flies” into a hole, it is strongly compressed, which is why the impact becomes very noticeable;
3. aluminum ones “peel” the paint from the supports and body, thereby increasing and accelerating corrosion.

Spacers

One way to increase the clearance is to install spacers - a kind of spacer supports that can be found in stores and car markets. They are installed between the body and the support of the VAZ 2110.

Spacers for the concept of the rear of the car

They come in three types:

• made of plastic – they have practically no flaws, are quite durable and last a long time;
• polyurethane ones are also wear-resistant, but when the car “flies” into a hole, it is strongly compressed, which is why the impact becomes very noticeable;
• aluminum ones “peel” the paint from the supports and body, thereby increasing and accelerating corrosion.

The ideal option is springs from Niva

Therefore, one of our tasks is to increase the rigidity of the rear suspension. We recommend installing Niva springs there. Their rigidity is quite suitable for the VAZ 2107. On the road the car will feel confident, despite the fact that there is a maximum number of people in the cabin. Feel free to install these springs and don’t even hesitate. As for the front of the car, it is advisable to install shock absorbers in a circle, this will add elasticity to the suspension.

If you have domestic tires, we recommend replacing them. Advertising is advertising, but whatever one may say, its quality is much inferior to that of foreign ones. Rubber has a huge impact on comfort. If you do everything correctly, then at 150-170 km/h the car will behave perfectly. Pay attention to the climate of the place where you live. If it is cold enough, then you should buy shock absorbers designed for weather conditions. In addition to the fact that the car will become more controllable, its aerodynamic qualities will also improve and passive safety will increase. It is almost impossible to find a complete set of sports suspension for the “seven”; you need to manually adjust the suspension to the parameters of the car.

Installation of spacers (extensions) for VAZ-CLASSICA rear shock absorbers.

Installation of spacers (extensions) for VAZ

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