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The simplest options - almost without modifications

There are legends on the Internet that many seat models fit the VAZ 2110 without any modifications at all. But in fact, without any special modifications, you can only install Recaro from old Opel. All other options will have to be redone and digested. There are also arguments that this is not a safe process at all and could lead to disaster. Let's draw a definite line under all that has been said and give specific recommendations so that nothing bad happens:

you will still have to weld the slides on the seats, but you don’t have to do it yourself, it’s better to order this work from a good welder, maybe not even a car mechanic;
after welding, no further alterations are needed if you have chosen the seats correctly, that is, you have not bought too wide or high seat options because of beauty and cheapness;
it is more difficult to change the rear sofa due to its rather specific size, but there are model options on the market with identical widths; you just need to look for offers at a disassembly site;
you can keep all the functions of the seats from the foreign car - height adjustment, lumbar support adjustment, electrical adjustments (but they will have to be connected separately from the wiring);
The conversion is not only possible, it is really worth it, since AvtoVAZ does not install the best seats, with the only exceptions being Vesta and X-RAY.

These are the conclusions that can be drawn from installing foreign-made seats on a VAZ 2110 car. This is a good idea that should result in positive emotions during the trip. In almost any foreign car, the seats are much more comfortable than in domestic cars. It makes no sense to install seats from Kalina or Priora in the Ten, you won’t feel a significant difference, and you’ll still have to struggle with modifications. So it’s better to find a good foreign car.

We invite you to watch a video of remaking seats for a VAZ 2110:

Pricing policy for seat reupholstery

The pricing policy for car seat reupholstery at a service station is often not fixed for all cars, but rather individual. It all depends on the number of seats that can be covered, on the parts of the seat, on the material, as well as on the production of the car and its brand.

So, reupholstering four seats at a service station for a domestic car (such as VAZ 2101..112, NIVA, Priora, Kalina) from customer’s material will cost about $160, and if the material is provided by a service station, then the amount will start from $220 and then a lot will depend on the chosen material. When it comes to cars such as GAZ 24-01.. 3110, 31029, 2410, 31105, then upon providing your material for the reupholstery you will need to pay from $165, and without the material the amount is from $200.

In the event that four seats are reupholstered for a car of foreign origin of any make and model with the presence of its own material, the amount to be paid will start from $220. Without your own material, the price increases and starts from $280.

There is also reupholstery of some parts of the seat. For example, to reupholster two headrests, both for domestic and foreign cars, the price will be from $15 without the presence of your own material. And for the installation of covers brought by the customer, you will have to pay from $30 for a car of the domestic auto industry, and from $35 for a foreign car.

And now about the cost of material and work on the covers. For four seats of cars such as VAZ 2101..112, NIVA, Priora, Kalina, the car enthusiast will have to pay from $160 for sewing and upholstery with any fabric material on a foam rubber basis, with the presence of his own material. If your soul desires a more luxurious look for the car’s interior, then service stations will charge from $400 for sewing covers for the above-mentioned cars using leather and eco-leather materials. And for “clean” leather on a foam rubber base you will need to pay from $600.

For GAZ 31-02, 31029, 3110, 31105, for seat covers made of leather and eco-leather on a foam rubber base, the price will start from $440, and for pure leather covers on foam rubber you need to pay from $640. This is subject to the service station itself providing the material for reupholstering the seat. If the customer provides the material, then the amount starts from $200.

Prices for covers for cars of foreign origin are naturally much higher. So, for the production and covering of covers with the customer’s material on a foam rubber base, the price starts from about $185. For four seats, a combination of leather and eco-leather on foam rubber for a foreign car, taking into account the material, will cost from about $470, and a pure leather cover will cost from $660.

At the service station they will do everything correctly and in the best possible way, but if you want to dream up your own imagination, or simply finances do not allow it, then you can make car seat covers with your own hands. Although it will take a lot of time and effort to reupholster the seat, it is worth it. And if you don’t want to do anything yourself and the thickness of your wallet allows you to splurge, then you can completely rely on the service station simply by indicating the desired color and material of the future covering for the car seat.

Video about reupholstering a seat with your own hands:

The overall assessment of the condition of the car consists of several parameters. A pleasant impression of the good performance of the engine, chassis, and ideal body can be ruined by a shabby interior. Tuning such as reupholstering the car seats will help increase the attractiveness of the car.

Renewing seat coverings is best left to professionals. However, if funds do not allow, and reupholstering the seats does not require delay, then you can try to do it yourself. But we warn you right away that this work is not easy and requires skills in cutting blanks and the ability to use a sewing machine.

At the end of this article you will find a video in which experts show how difficult and time-consuming the process of reupholstering car seats is. And we, in turn, will describe the technology in detail so that you can decide whether you can do this work yourself or not.

Specifications

Under the hood of the 2022 Lada Granta, one of three 4-cylinder gasoline engines is installed. All engines have a volume of 1.6-liters, but depending on the configuration, power units can produce 87, 98 and 106 hp, while the maximum torque for each of them is 140, 145 and 148 Nm, respectively. The manufacturer recommends refueling cars with AI-95 gasoline, of which 50 liters fit in the tank. Power units of 106 and 87 hp. are paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The 98-horsepower version is available with a four-speed automatic transmission. Regardless of the engine or transmission, the power is supplied to the front wheel drive without alternative.

The model's suspension consists of an independent multi-link structure at the front and a semi-independent structure at the rear, which is based on a torsion beam. In addition, the former is equipped with a stabilizer bar. The braking system is built according to a similar scheme: disc brakes are installed in front, and ordinary drums are installed on the rear axle. It is also worth noting that this model has electric power steering. Since the article discusses the Lada Granta sedan, we will provide the dimensions that are relevant specifically for this body. They have the following meanings:

length - 4,268;
width - 1,700 mm;
height - 1,482 mm;
wheelbase length - 2,456 mm;
weight - 1,160 kg.

It must be said that the model has a maximum load capacity of 400 kg, therefore the permissible total load of the vehicle is 1,560 kg. The fairly spacious trunk can accommodate cargo with a total volume of 520 liters. The review of the technical characteristics of the Lada Grant can be completed by talking about the ride height. The five-seater sedan rises 180 mm above the road surface at its lowest point.

Fuel consumption (city) 9.1 l Fuel consumption (highway) 5.3 l Fuel consumption (mixed) 6.8 l Fuel type Gasoline Acceleration 0-100 km/h 11.6 s Top speed 172 km/h

Power 87 hp at 5100 rpm. Torque 140 Nm at 3800 rpm. Engine location Front, transverse Engine volume 1596 cm 3 Number of cylinders 4 Cylinder position In-line Cylinder diameter

82mm3.23in

Piston stroke

75.6 mm2.98 inches

Number of valves per cylinder 4 Fuel system Multipoint indirect injection Turbo no

Refurbishment or not

Some may consider this a refurbishment, but I think not. I installed the seats on the Grant from a foreign car in the standard places. Skids without welding, also with 4 attachment points. Therefore, the reliability and installation method have not changed. And I doubt that it will be noticeable.

I ordered covers for the front seats and armrest.

It is secured with 3 screws. You need to unscrew them and install the armrest on them.

The armrest mounts fit well, everything fit together. Does the armrest interfere with the handbrake? If you fold it back, you can freely grab the handle with your hand. If you lower it, then using the handbrake is not so convenient. The height of the armrest turned out to be slightly higher than the gearshift knob.

Installation of covers

They sent me the covers that I ordered only for the front seats. Separately for the bottom, backrests and headrests.

I took it from the category of universal covers, since you can order 2 of them, without the rear seats. They cost only 2000 rubles. The material is soft and thick. Quite a budget option. The middle is a little convex, the bottom fits better.

I did everything I planned. I installed the seats on Granta from Solaris, the armrest, and put on the covers.

Step-by-step installation instructions

I'll tell you in what order I worked:

I unscrewed 2 bolts front and rear in the cabin.
I pulled out the old seats.
When installing a new seat from Solaris, I used the second internal hole. A standard bolt was screwed into it.
The outer runners are a little tight, so I had to put a little pressure on them. But the tension is very small.

The inner runners fit well. The alignment with the original hole is one to one. But I had to put a washer in, since the hole is slightly larger than the required diameter.

The seats stood up like family. They are slightly worn, not new. As a result, the size of the seats takes up exactly the same amount of space as standard ones.

If you measure the distance between the seats, it is a little more than 12 cm. Standard armrests are 12 cm wide, so it turns out that they will be flush. But there is such an accessory from Granta Sport, which is 11 cm wide. I ordered such an armrest and want to install it.

Now the armrest will not interfere with the adjustment of the backrest - there are no twists. They are now on the outside, and not knobs, but levers. This is more convenient - you can quickly recline and fold the seat.

The driver's seat now has a lift that can be used to adjust the height. With minimal lowering, it turns out to be slightly higher than on Grant.

That's why I'm riding in the lowest position for now. The seat belts fit without any problems.

Features of the bodies of “Ladovo” models

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Since we started with QOL, we will continue this topic. The frame of the Ladovsky models without laminated glass has a quality life of 14 thousand N * m / degree, which is a very good estimate. And with glass this figure is even higher.

Tests of the Lada body in the rear turned out to be especially good. Thus, in the opening of the rear door after a rigorous diagonal pressure test, deviations of only 1.5 mm were recorded, whereas on most foreign cars this figure was 5-6 mm.

The body of Lada Largus and other similar models basically complies with current European standards in terms of protecting passengers and the driver. The front subframe on Lada models is one of the most important body elements responsible for this indicator. It is even considered an auxiliary spar, which significantly increases the strength of the body and absorbs impact forces.

The high quality of life of the Ladovsky body also has a beneficial effect on achieving high-quality acoustic comfort in the car dealership. On unevenness and bumps, the chassis does not twist, there are no deformations or anomalies between the interior and body elements, which ultimately has a positive effect on the absence of squeaks.

Note. Naturally, in addition to the QOL indicator, the quality of interior elements also affects the indicator of high acoustic comfort. They were obtained by careful calculation so as not to come into contact with the body in places where squeaking might occur. This was achieved by fixing the plastic components with special fasteners and minimizing the various gaps that somehow form between them and the body.

Many original parts, interchangeability of internal elements between Ladov models, enlargement of some parts of the body - all this was only beneficial. In particular, the enlargement of certain body parts resulted in a reduction in their number, which reduced production time and had a positive effect on productivity.

Lada Largus

Called a budget station wagon with greater cross-country ability. The body is based on Dacia/Renault Logan. The car was originally adapted for the Eastern European market.

Even in the basic version of Logan, engineers took effective measures to improve corrosion protection by using protective inserts for the wheel arches. In addition, over larger areas than before (for Samarov residents), anti-corrosion and anti-gravity protection was installed, with a thicker layer of mastic.

Here's other news:

The engine compartment is well protected. Properly used with additional protection;
Increased front suspension reinforcement. This was achieved through the use of leverage;
The washing machine tank has become larger and holds more liquid;
The wheels received protective aprons;
It was replaced by a torpedo;
The bumper and radiator grille have been redesigned.

It is noteworthy that the station wagon is made in 2 body styles - 5-seater and 7-seater. In addition, a van is also available. The price of the car is low - only 350 thousand rubles and good comfort. When compared with foreign cars, the cost is high and low.

In general, the exterior of Largus is designed in such a way that it can rightfully be called a spacious car. A large family, along with bags and suitcases, as well as pets are safe. As for the design, the abundance of straight lines gives the car a certain speed and dynamism of the somewhat awkward family station wagon.

The height with handrails is 167 cm, which is 10 cm more than the Dacia Logan. Otherwise, the sizes are also quite individual and do not copy anyone.

Lada Kalina

A car with 4 body styles: sedan, regular 5-door hatchback, station wagon and sports hatchback.

"Sedan" version

Let's start with the sedan:

AvtoVAZ is produced from the new Kalina family of cars;
The sleek, modern exterior and comfortable interior are cited as the main reasons for the sedan's strong sales;
Features good handling at high speeds;
Maneuvers well in city traffic;
Practical and incredibly comfortable for everyday use;
The sedan body received wedge-shaped silhouette lines, visually creating the image of a strong and brutal car;
In the trunk, the opening angle is increased by 120 degrees, which makes loading easier. Inside the trunk, the manufacturer has wisely provided special rings to ensure the safety of the goods being transported.

The overall bodywork is very solid and the seatpost could use some reinforcement. This rail saves passengers in the event of a side impact. In addition, the manufacturer supplies special bearings designed to protect the head of the driver and passengers.

Here are the body dimensions of the Lada Kalina sedan shown in the photo.

Station wagon version

“Kalina” is, in fact, a real class B sedan. AvtoVAZ is also produced. Sales of the model began in 2007, although orders for individual requests were received much earlier.

The versatility of this version is the main advantage of the sedan over others. Sufficient maneuverability, despite its large size, and enviable dynamics for safe passage of city and country roads cannot leave the buyer indifferent.

The Kalina chariot also has good bottom capacity. This makes the car popular with a wide range of car enthusiasts. So, with this station wagon you can safely travel into nature, out of town, even if you encounter very bumpy roads along the way.

As for the smooth track, there is nothing to blame the car for. The handling is excellent, the car stays in place, and long trips do not tire you out.

The Kalina station wagon is practically unpretentious in terms of operating conditions and maintenance.

The salon is thought out to the smallest detail. Everything is done wisely so that the driver and passengers feel comfortable. Five people can be comfortably accommodated inside, and there is still room for luggage.

The cargo compartment is a completely different matter. It holds all 380 liters of volume, and if the backrest folds down again, the trunk can be converted into a vehicle.

The length of the station wagon body is 428 cm, the height without handrails is 146 cm, and the width from one end of the front wheels to the other is 168 cm. Now we can compare it with a sedan: the first indicator of the latter is 20 cm shorter, the 2nd indicator is 4 cm higher, and the 3rd is 2 cm wider.

"Hatchback" Kalina

This full-fledged 5-door sedan serves as a new version in the Kalinov modification line. The Kalina sedan first appeared only in 2007, while Kalina has been produced since 1996. It is clear that fundamental changes were made to the body, but the model also received other engines, more modern and meeting European toxicity standards.

The sedan is ideal for passing the "traffic lights" of city roads, as it is compact and equipped with a precise powertrain with ESVT. This not only ensures high speed performance, but also affects minimal fuel consumption.

The short body length (only 408 cm) helps the sedan not only successfully navigate in traffic, but also affects overall safety.

“Korotysh” today can be called the most purchased “Kalinovskaya” model, and it’s not just a matter of newness. Russian motorists have always liked sedans, and this one is also equipped with the latest technology: a single key for locks, remote control, PU alarm and much more.

Lada Granta

The sedan today is considered a popular version of the Grant. Liftbacks are also starting to sell well, but the sedan is still a long way off. The VAZ 2190 is designed for 4 passengers; according to the documents, it drives like a class B car, but taking into account its dimensions, we can safely classify it as a class C car.

Continuing the “Kalina” traditions, the sedan was even assembled on its platform and borrowed a lot from the “Kalina”: body, chassis, interior. On the other hand, it is a different car with a different character, larger cargo area, redesigned design, etc. The trunk has increased to 500 liters.

Here are the standard Lada Granta body dimensions.

As you can see, the dimensions of this VAZ model are 22 cm larger than those of the Kalina, but 7 cm shorter than the Samarova modifications.

And now more about other functions:

The radiator grille received a new corporate style, similar to the “Volgov Boat”, which is held in place by a powerful molding. This grille cools the engine compartment more effectively, as it has large “nostrils”;
The bumper is much softer than the VAZ and on some versions of the car is painted in the color of the body;
The general lines of the hood and trunk roof are slightly raised;
The front optics have received larger outlines, and in the basic version the cars are also equipped with side daytime running lights.

As for equipment, the new sedan can be purchased in 3 options. The coolest is the Lux, equipped with a 98 horsepower engine and a completely different level of interior equipment.

Among the characteristics of the bag body, we can highlight the build quality and good quality materials. Body parts are connected to each other by high-tech automated German welding. This allowed domestic producers to reach a completely different level.

We also emphasize the good quality of the paint and resistance to anti-corrosion treatment. Both of these processes are also carried out with excellent precision on German automatic lines.

The new body geometry gave the new Russian car an elegant aspiration of lines. This had a beneficial effect not only on the outside, but also made it possible to significantly reduce the resistance of the AED. The ratio is now 0.36, which is more than 6% below the base model. Also, according to experts, a pointed hood is less suitable for pedestrians.

Overhangs perform important functions:

Grant's rear overhang is extended by 15 cm, which in turn makes the interior even more spacious than before;
The front overhang is designed to reduce thermal load on the engine and the environment.

As for the other body differences:

The lower part of the body was specially designed for the new Russian car. Special sheets with special hardening and galvanization on both sides are a good solution that significantly increases processing time;
As for the quality of life, in this case the indicator increased by 12 percent compared to Kalina;
The weight of the car was reduced by as much as 40 kg, which could only affect handling. Now it has become much easier to maneuver in the narrow rows of the city, it is more convenient to take turns;
installing an additional roof rack has become easier, since the manufacturer has provided good and reliable fastenings above the door seals.

Unfortunately, Granta has not lost its traditional VAZ “troubles”:

The side rearview mirrors are difficult to adjust. But this is not necessary, since they provide good visibility;
On the other hand, small drivers will not be able to see the road well due to the raised lines of the hood and trunk.

Lada Priora

Another VAZ model - Priora - is presented in 4 body options. Let's consider the characteristics of the case of each version separately.

"Sedanovskaya" Priora

this is an improved top ten. The model features an elegant, expressive design, high-quality AED, and a pleasant interior.

As is typical for sedans, the Priora's geometry is respected best. This gives the appearance an elegant look.

Here are a few more differences:

The optics are elegantly designed both front and rear;
The radiator panel looks very aesthetically pleasing with large, elegantly sculpted branding;
The exposed wheel arches are commendable.

Here are the standard dimensions of a sedan.

Priora hatchback

The second model of the Lada Priora family. An ideal 5-door hatchback, the embodiment of the best examples ever assembled at AvtoVAZ.

The new sedan has received many innovative solutions in terms of appearance and technical capabilities.

The 2172 body was designed using the popular PC geometric modeling method. Thanks to this, it was possible to achieve high accuracy and, in turn, had a beneficial effect on the joining of body parts, eliminating large gaps and differences in surfaces.

Priora station wagon

The final model from the Priora family. The body is assembled on the basis of a sedan. In addition, this version has been carefully developed by modernizing the design features of the 11th VAZ model. Thus, this champion received all the advantages of previous versions, losing their weaknesses.

The Priora station wagon will receive about 200 original body elements. Bumpers of a completely different rigidity, fenders of an original and unusual shape, a stylish roof - all this is new for the Russian motorist. The converted trunk holds 777 liters of cargo.

Coupe Priora

A small-sized model from the manufacturer, designed for the amateur. Assembled on the basis of the 5-door 2172. Replaces Lada 21123 from the Lada 110 family.

Priora 3 Porte Coupé is ideal for drivers who prefer an active, slightly “aggressive” driving style. This version, like the station wagon, received many original body parts.

Old Kalina or Granta, which is better for modern drivers?

The design features of the models and their appearance are not too different. More precisely, Granta is built on the Kalina platform, although it includes some modifications. Therefore, when determining which is better Kalina or Grant, you need to remember their initial similarities. The cost of transport differs according to the year of manufacture and the innovations received.

When comparing both models, it is worth considering the installed power systems. The data obtained will allow us to determine which is better than Lada Kalina or Lada Granta for city driving and driving along the highway.

Kalina, equipped with an 8-valve engine, produces only 82 hp, and Grant, due to its lightweight connecting rod and piston mechanism, has a power of 90 hp. But, if it breaks, the latter will require expensive repairs from the owner. While the restoration of its predecessor will require lower costs.

The gearboxes of the models are the same, so when choosing Lada Granta or Lada Kalina, you should pay attention only to certain ones. Both cars can be had with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic.

In the future, developers may design a new robotic box for Granta

Novice drivers should pay special attention to this

It differs significantly for models. To the question of who requires refueling more often, Lada Kalina or Lada Granta, a positive answer concerns the latter. Granta requires around 7.4 liters in mixed driving.

Kalina is more economical in this regard and will need only 7 liters for 100 km in mixed mode. If the driver plans to make frequent trips and does not want to overpay for fuel, purchasing Kalina will be a practical option.

Priora or Granta

The price category of Grants and Priors is different. But these cars also have many common features, which complicates the choice. Consider the car interior and exterior. If we take the cars individually, they are better in appearance than the Grant. It compares favorably with the Priora car with its modern design.

These cars were equipped with identical engines. The only differences are in the configuration. The Granta has a better gearbox than the Priora. The creators updated the Grant and installed a new manual transmission. It is superior to the previous one, and this cannot be ignored. At the moment there are no vibrations in the car, and gear shifting has become more comfortable. Priora and Granta have identical technical characteristics, so fuel consumption will be corresponding.

The interior of the car is presented in European style. It has a high level of comfort and is quite quiet. The only drawback of the Grant is that, after driving several thousand kilometers, the car begins to “crack.” The Grant does not have a sensor that would show the engine temperature. If we talk about safety, the car meets all standards and requirements. Despite these shortcomings, this model is still considered successful. The Granta has an automatic transmission, which cannot be said about the Priora. Priora and Granta have the same high-quality suspension.

But remember that Granta appeared on the Russian car market later, which means its suspension is newer and improved. In addition to all the technical characteristics, the prices of both machines should be compared. Priora is inexpensive compared to Granta. It can be noted as a fairly economical model. Priora is popular among young people. The downside is her stance. Due to the quality of the roads, they simply begin to fall apart. But overall the model is not bad.

Step-by-step installation instructions

I'll tell you in what order I worked:

I unscrewed 2 bolts front and rear in the cabin.
I pulled out the old seats.
When installing a new seat from Solaris, I used the second internal hole. A standard bolt was screwed into it.
The outer runners are a little tight, so I had to put a little pressure on them. But the tension is very small.

The inner runners fit well. The alignment with the original hole is one to one. But I had to put a washer in, since the hole is slightly larger than the required diameter.

The seats stood up like family. They are slightly worn, not new. As a result, the size of the seats takes up exactly the same amount of space as standard ones.

The driver's seat now has a lift that can be used to adjust the height. With minimal lowering, it turns out to be slightly higher than on Grant.

That's why I'm riding in the lowest position for now. The seat belts fit without any problems.

DIY car seat reupholstery technology

Reupholstering car seats with your own hands is within the capabilities of diligent and persistent people. Since the average car owner does not have the skills to do this kind of work, everything needs to be done slowly, following proven technology.

Preparing to reupholster the seats

Before you start updating your car seats, you first need to do some simple preparatory work:

Removing seats. Usually fastening is carried out with 4 bolts, but you must first disconnect the negative terminal of the battery in order to de-energize the security system (airbags). Under the seat, you also need to disconnect the electrical wiring terminals, if any, for example, from the electric seat heating.
Each part of the standard case is signed with a regular marker. You can also indicate the name of the material that will be used in this area of the cover.
Removing the standard cover from the chair. To carefully remove the old seat trim, you need to press the metal clips on the back of the chair.
The old cover is cut at the seams into separate parts that will be used as patterns.
Material calculation. Now each piece of the old cover can be measured and its area can be calculated. The total area of the material must be increased by 20-40%, which depends on the accuracy of measurements and cutting options.

Making new cases from leather or Alcantara

To make new seat covers you will need some tools and materials:

gel pen,
scissors,
sewing machine,
foam rubber 5 mm thick,
glue in a can,
hammer.

The sequence of actions is as follows.

Each piece of the old cover is placed on new material and pressed with weights. Use a gel pen to mark with short dashed lines. The marked elements of the new cover are cut out with scissors. When cutting, it is important to take into account such a feature of Alcantara as the direction of the pile. When all elements are combined, the result should be a surface with the same direction of the pile.
Alcantara and leather are reinforced using fabric-based foam rubber. The connection of the cut parts with the foam rubber is done using glue. You cannot apply the adhesive composition with a brush or roller to the surface of the foam rubber. Therefore, the glue is sprayed evenly from the can.
The next important step is stitching the patches together. It is important to ensure that the edges of adjacent elements are accurately aligned. This will require some skill in using a sewing machine.
The seam flaps, spread to the sides, must be glued on the wrong side. First, excess strips of foam rubber and material are cut off, and the lapels are cleaned and degreased. All that remains is to apply glue and press the lapels together.
An important point in reupholstering the seats will be beating off the seams with a regular hammer.
The lapels are sewn with a double finishing stitch, and the free edges behind the stitching are not trimmed.

Installing a car seat cover

Installation of a new car seat cover is carried out in the following sequence:

Before installing the new seat cover, you need to thread the straps. The product is turned inside out and straightened out. The cover is first pulled over the back of the seat.
Now it’s the “seat’s” turn. Usually this stage does not cause any problems. You need to use plastic clamps threaded through special holes to pull the cover to the base of the chair and secure it by the spoke. The edges of the new cover are stretched evenly along the contour of the seat.
The leather covering should be completed by heating the material with a stream of hot air. An electric hair dryer is used for this; the main thing is not to overdo it and not burn the case. Gradually drying, the material will stretch like a drum. After this, each chair is steamed using an iron and a damp cloth. Thanks to these thermal operations, the chair cover becomes taut and absolutely smooth.
The final operation of reupholstering the seats will be to clean the light leather or Alcantara from glue residues, abrasions and fingerprints.

Carefully reupholstered car seats will please the car owner for a long time. During the update process, you can change the design of the car seats, as well as update the upholstery of the doors, ceiling and panels. The comprehensive tuning will change the shabby interior beyond recognition, add elegance to the car and increase its value.

You will need:

• angle grinder; • Drill; • Welding machine (you can do without it); • Corner 60x60; • Profiled pipe 30x30; • Metal sheet 4 mm, cut into squares (for welding amplifiers); • Key to 13; • M8x14 bolts and cage nuts for them. First, the interior is freed from the old seats using a wrench. This eliminates the floor covering and sound insulation, if any. When starting to mark the location relative to the central tunnel, door cards, top of the pillar, ceiling, additionally take into account the disturbed alignment of the steering wheel in the Niva - by about 5 cm.

After this, the frame is assembled with pre-installed mortgages, welded or screwed to the power elements of the body (using corners) so that the standard amplifier is lower than the seat support.

Then the direct installation of seats on a VAZ from a foreign car is carried out.

Main stages

The first stage is the analysis of the Salon. The seats need to be removed from the car. The car seats are bolted through the runners to the floor. To remove the seat with your own hands, just unscrew the four bolts and disconnect the electrical connectors.
We dismantle the fabric (old leather). The material is attached to latches and brackets, and removal does not cause any particular difficulties.
After removing the cover, we number each of the stitched parts on the inside (with a marker), after which we carefully cut the seams into pieces.
We apply part of the old material (pattern) to the material we have chosen, trace it and cut it out. (if necessary, you need to smooth the pattern using a warm iron)
We place the cut out parts on the backing and glue them with glue.
After the glue has dried, cut out the parts (remember to number the parts for further sewing)
Sew the resulting parts. Also, don’t forget to sew on the original fastening parts (if any).
After we have sewn the seat parts, we can make beautiful contour seams to give the seats a more beautiful appearance.
We stretch the resulting cover onto the seat frame, smooth the skin using a hair dryer to give it shape.
We install the seat in the car and connect the corresponding connectors.

Removing the rear seat

The work is shown on the example of the left side of the seat. The cushion and backrest of the right side of the seat are removed in the same way.

1. Lift the rear seat cushion by the strap,

Using a 10mm socket, unscrew one nut securing each hinge to the floor.

2. Remove the pillow

3. Using a 13mm socket, unscrew the two nuts securing the backrest brackets to the floor on the left and right sides.

4. Having folded the seat back, use the same tool to unscrew the two bolts securing the backrest brackets on the left and right sides.

5. Remove the seat back.

Install the backrest and cushion on the left side of the seat in the reverse order.

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Good day to all.

While the car is waiting for a salary to replace the heater core, I decided to wash the seat upholstery (my family). No sooner said than done. I’ll make a reservation right away - I only removed the passenger seat and the back seat without a backrest (I’ll explain why a little later).

And so let's go: for removal we will need a 10 socket, as well as an 8 socket (or an asterisk, I don’t remember which one). I had exactly 8 in stock. The rear sofa has 4 nuts for 10, and the front one has 4 bolts for an asterisk (the head for 8 is ideal).

And so we unscrew the seats and take them home (someone removes the upholstery on the spot, but I think it’s more convenient and easier to bring it home. Moreover, the seats can be easily removed).

Let's move on. Disassembly. For disassembly you will need a Phillips screwdriver (to remove decorative plastic) and a flat screwdriver (to remove the upholstery itself. Some use pliers, but in my opinion a screwdriver is more convenient).

After removing the elastic, you need to either bend or cut the wire holding the upholstery with the foam. The fastening of the upholstery on the back of the front seat is slightly different. On the sides and bottom there is a groove in the groove, when disassembling it is clear without explanation

You also need to remove the headrest guides and the Kalina emblem. The latter is attached through paralon to a plastic crap (I don’t know what to call it) and to fabric with staples.

The upholstery is removed and you can start washing.

The springs on the front seat were sagging, so it was decided to turn them over. On the back, I left the top 2 as they were (curved back, but turned the rest over. Like lumbar support)

Correct “dressing” of the cover

Before you put new covers on the seat, you will need to make special straps. After this, it is turned inside out and pulled over the back of the seat. Then the cover is pulled over the seat itself. There's nothing complicated about it. The seat covering must be tightened with plastic clamps, which are pulled through special holes, to the base of the seat itself. It is fixed to the spoke. If the edges do not follow the contour of the seat, then they need to be tightened well.

When the leather seat cover is taut like a drum after drying, this will indicate that it has completely dried. Next, you will need to treat each covered seat cover with a damp cloth and steam from the iron. If you follow all the above tips, then the leather cover will have excellent elasticity and look smooth on the seat. Upon completion of the process of reupholstering the seat with your own hands, it is advisable to inspect and remove all fingerprints or glue residues from materials such as Alcantara or light leather.

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What exactly does a driver feel when he or she gets behind the wheel of a car for the first time? What is an indicator of driving comfort, especially on long trips? By what criterion do passengers who board your car for the first time say whether they find it comfortable or not? There are not many answer options, but perhaps the main thing is the car seats, in particular the front ones for the driver. Let's go further and figure out what we get from the factory in terms of seats, and specifically let's take the domestic car Lada Granta. Yes, we are getting modified seats of a new type, different from the same “nine”, where the back hurt after already 20 km. Ways. Yes, the new upholstery/covers look nicer than previous versions. But not all of them are equipped with heating (depending on the configuration), about which there is a separate discussion on our website, by the way, it is very useful to familiarize yourself with. Whatever one may say, look or look for the pluses, but the conclusion will be the same. Grant's standard seats are far from perfect in terms of comfort and practicality.

Now let's make a comparison with the seats of expensive foreign cars. Why are they so convenient for drivers? It's simple. This is lumbar support that relieves stress and allows your back not to get tired. This is lateral support that holds the body tightly during sharp or long turns.

This is a comfortable headrest that allows you to actually rest your head on it, rather than resting your head on the foam that is pressed against your head. This, again, is heating, with a built-in shutdown function when a certain temperature is reached, which allows you to keep the heat evenly, and not fry the fifth point endlessly.

Quite weighty arguments, right? Imagine that you can put all this on your grant. “You need to buy sports buckets, which have all these advantages, but they are inconvenient in everyday driving,” you say.

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Our online store motorring.ru offers you seats for all tastes and needs. All anatomical chairs are equipped with all the parameters listed above: lumbar and lateral support, built-in heated seats with a relay for maintaining a certain temperature and a comfortable headrest. They also differ in type and shape for different configurations and driver heights. This way you can choose the most convenient and comfortable seat for yourself and your passengers. Among other things, the set we offer includes 2 front seats, as well as full rear upholstery, i.e. You receive a cover for the back seat and headrests, which will ultimately make your interior very beautiful, because... everything will be made from the same fabric, the same texture and the same color. All these changes will significantly transform the overall appearance of the interior and provide unprecedented comfort for a domestic car, which will allow you to happily go on long trips. In conclusion, it is worth saying that our managers will always give you competent advice and select anatomical seats specifically for you, according to your parameters and capabilities. Change your car interior with Motorring.ru

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Selecting material for seat upholstery

The following materials are usually used to reupholster car seats:

The color scheme is selected to match the interior trim, but the car owner’s preferences can play a major role here. It is easier to reupholster car seats using material of the same color. But the use of inserts from other shades gives solidity and individuality to the entire interior.

Alternative seating

As we can see from the above, the answer to the question - how to raise the rear seat of a VAZ 2114 - is quite simple, since it is attached using a minimum number of fixing elements and does not require the use of a large number of tools. But another, no less important issue is the choice of new, alternative seats.

Many motorists, as already mentioned, install on their VAZ 2114 seats from other models and even other brands of cars (for example, seats from Ford)

At the same time, when choosing them, you should pay close attention to their dimensions and fastening features (although very often motorists look specifically at the “performance” characteristics - convenience, wear resistance, anatomy, etc.)

New front seats

The same rule applies to the front seats - the fewer modifications that need to be made during installation, the better.

It should also be noted that when replacing the front seats, you should pay attention to the so-called “anatomical” seats (for example, manufactured by UNP)

They allow you to spend long periods of time driving and travel for many hours without feeling any fatigue or discomfort in your back and joints (such seats are especially recommended for frequent and long drives in urban environments).

New cases at home

When starting the process of creating a new car seat cover, you need to prepare all the necessary tools in advance. You will need: a marker, scissors, a hammer and foam rubber (its thickness should be no more or less than 2-3 cm), a sewing machine and glue in a can.

Now to the point. You need to put patterns from the old cover on the material of the future seat cover and fix them on top with a little weight. This will help keep the patterns in the same position when outlining and cutting out new parts of the future car seat cover.

Next, you need to trace the old part of the seat covering with a marker on the new canvas and cut out all the necessary parts. But, do not forget that when cutting out these elements you need to deviate from the outlined edges by 2-3 cm.

There is a material for car seat covers called Alcantara. Special attention is needed here, since this material is fleecy, and, as a rule, in one direction. This means that when cutting and outlining old car seat covers, you need to pay special attention to ensuring that the fleecy surface of all parts of the future seat cover is directed in one direction.

When the car seat cover is almost ready, all of its seam flaps will need to be glued. Initially, all unnecessary pieces of foam rubber and material are cut off. Then, after degreasing and cleaning the seam flaps, they need to be glued to each other.

Once all of the above has been done, the flaps need to be beaten with a hammer (this is done immediately as the glue dries). It is also recommended to sew them with a double stitch, and all other patches that extend beyond their edges of the future seat cover do not necessarily need to be cut with scissors.

How to properly adjust the driver's seat

Any trip, even a short one, begins with the correct driving position. Not only does the comfort and fatigue of the driver depend on it; first of all, correct seating affects safety and health. Therefore, always devote some of your time to this moment.

How to properly adjust the seat?

Everyone knows that it is very pleasant to sit imposingly in a soft chair. However, the driver's seat should be treated primarily as a place of work.

Of course, driving a car with a properly adjusted seat should be comfortable.

Below we will look at the main adjustments that are available on all modern cars, there are only two of them:

We will also mention additional adjustments that are not always found:

Let's say a few words about the head restraints (6), as well as about adjusting the steering column (not on all models).

Advantages of reupholstering car seats in a studio

If you need to update the seats in a short time and the money issue is not of decisive importance, then it is best to contact a specialized sewing studio.

Among the main advantages of reupholstering seats in a workshop are:

work performed by qualified specialists with many years of experience,
use of proven quality materials,
choosing the preferred option,
providing a guarantee for the service,
Minimum turnaround time for reupholstery.

But all these advantages of reupholstering in a workshop can be reduced to zero due to the high cost of the service, which may not be affordable for a simple car enthusiast.

Lada Granta Standard - minimum equipment from the manufacturer

The basic equipment of the Granta cannot boast of anything special, but the minimum package is still enough for comfortable operation of the car during short trips. The Standard package includes:

Driver airbag;
Fastening system for child seats;
Immobilizer and system for blocking the opening of rear seats by children;
Emergency call program via ERA-GLONASS;
ABS system that prevents the possibility of wheel locking during braking;
Assist system for assisted braking.

The Standard also assumes the presence of light alloy wheels, audio preparation, a cabin air filter and DRLs. The minimum cost for this package starts from 420,000 rubles.

Additionally, the standard equipment of the car can be expanded with additional functionality packages Classic or Classic Optima, which contain light tinting, a standard audio system, a passenger airbag, and a spare tire. The Classic Optima package, among other things, has an electric power steering wheel and a standard on-board computer and a system for prompting rational gear shifting for the driver.

For the Classic and Classic Optima packages you will have to pay 45 and 65 thousand rubles, respectively, on top of the basic equipment of the Lada Grant. When purchasing from an official dealer, you will also receive additional rubber mats for the car.