Permitted wheel size for Niva. What wheels can be installed on a Niva? Remember and choose

There are many “nivovods” in our country. And more and more often on various forums questions arise related to “shoes” for this wonderful machine.

“VAZ-2121”, “Niva” - they called the domestic SUV as many names as possible. And all these names are official. Marketing is what it is. Nevertheless, this car remains the most popular and best-selling of all that were produced. Moreover, many samples are exported.

You can see the Niva far beyond the borders of not only Russia, but also the CIS. Cars of this model were exported to Japan, Europe, Latin American countries, and even in Australia you can find some. In Canada you can often find modifications imported in the years 90-2000.

What is the reason for such a wild popularity of cars? It does not differ in design or comfort. So what's the secret?

And there is no secret here. The car turned out to be so good in terms of reliability and cross-country ability that in these indicators it left behind even Land Rovers, which have always been considered almost the standard.

But Soviet technology was developed as an all-terrain vehicle capable of getting out of sand, snow, and mud. At the same time, there is unification of parts with serial cars and cheap repairs. With a consumption of 10-13 liters per 100 km, the car performs such miracles off-road that it makes even the owners of Gelik cars, which cost many times more, whistle.

And if you find really cool off-road tires for the Niva, it turns into a real tank on wheels. Moreover, it is easy to operate and quite convenient.

Road grip under such conditions is good enough for the all-wheel drive monster “made in USSR” to pull you out of any jungle.

When these cars were tested at one time eleven years ago, they, along with various kinds of Rovers, were thrown into the Siberian and Far Eastern regions. In fact, to see when the machines start to fail. But despite the doubts and outright skepticism of many who said “no, it won’t fly,” domestic jeeps, cobbled together from an ordinary Zhiguli, suddenly showed the highest class, in many ways, in addition to the comfort mentioned above, ahead of their British fellow competitors.

Then many services purchased Nivas, which are good competition for the same UAZs, which were initially positioned as all-terrain vehicles and did not have “fathers” in the form of passenger cars.

Having bought mud tires for the Niva, you can easily forget about what autumn is. Because you will get out of any dirty puddle quite calmly. All that remains is to wash the car when you arrive home. And even if you get stuck, it won’t be that difficult to pull out the Lada 4x4.

There is a lot of controversy about the reliability of the Niva. Still, the Soviet ones are very different from the Russian ones. Even the quality of the metal in the “soviet” was better. Tolyatti residents began to openly save.

But now we are talking more about issues of cross-country ability and which tires are best to buy for the Niva.

Types of mud tires for the Niva car

• Cheap and cheerful. This is about the Ya-569 “Bear” tires. “Mishka” will cost you less than 4,000 rubles. Tires are good because they are suitable for our winters. They feel confident in the snow. But in icy conditions it can let you down. Therefore, under such conditions it is better to choose something else.
• Off-road mid-level, this is Cordiant off Road. For 4 rubles you get tires on which you can drive off-road and not be nervous on the asphalt. The car will need a small "Lift". This will be beneficial, as you will get +3 cm to the ground clearance.

• Not perfect, but very good - Hankook Dynapro MT RT03. It will cost about 500 rubles more than the previous one. You need a 5 cm lift. And you will get a very decent result on dirt and asphalt.
• More aggressive Kumho Road Venture mt kl71 tires are noticeably more expensive - 5.8 thousand rubles. Protectors allow you to feel confident even where the surface is not even a joke. A light lift or trimming the wheel arches will allow you to enjoy this beauty.
• BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM2 – from rags to riches for 7 thousand rubles. Almost the standard of the genre among everything that can be put on the Niva. The treads clean well, and it is so difficult to kill a tire on the road that your car is more likely to break down. In general, if you want to get tires that can even get you to Africa, and you don’t spare money for your loved one, buy it with confidence.
• Last on our list is the Federal Couragia m/t mud tire. This is the dirtiest of all existing ones. Only extreme is cooler. It's inexpensive. But it is not suitable for asphalt at all - it wears off quickly.

In what cases is a field lift done?

We are buying a lift kit for a Chevy Niva 4×4. It is ideal for a lift.

Making a Niva-2121 elevator with your own hands, the drawings, the dimensions of which are freely available, will not be difficult. Thanks to such a trick, you can make your car more stable on the road and overcome a lot of obstacles with it. Of course, to bring a truly high-quality Niva elevator to life with your own hands, you will have to work hard.

The process will take time and require effort, because even the easiest elevator requires a significant immersion in the technical aspects of the issue. However, the end result will live up to all expectations, allowing the modest Niva to show its exceptional side.

To increase ground clearance, it is best to use the factory lift kit and follow the instructions that came with it. In this case, to make a suspension lift, the Niva (VAZ-2121) will be upgraded in no more than 1 day.

Currently, there are 4 ways to lift a Niva car:

1. Installation of rigid long springs and a spacer over the upper ball.
2. Installing spacers under the spring cup and a spacer above the upper ball.
3. By installing large wheels (a significant disadvantage is that the arches will need to be cut).
4. Lowering the beam down to the desired height.

Further, for a better understanding, all methods will be considered separately.

The first two methods are the easiest to perform. However, at the same time, these methods are incorrect, since with this design the lower arm moves lower relative to the body, as a result of which the car is lifted.

Experts consider the third method to be more correct. Since when lifting is carried out, the suspension will retain the driving characteristics that were specified at the factory during manufacture. Therefore, by making a lift in this way, the driver does not sacrifice the speed of the car in any way. In addition, this will help avoid unwanted steering and changes in the operation of the braking system.

INSTALLING a gearbox on Seregina Niva after repair

This way you can install large radius wheels without cutting the arches.

Lifting the front end occurs by installing directed washers under the lower spring pad (this creates the desired angle of the front spring). A washer is installed under the upper lever under the spring, in other words, we unload the lever. After this, you need to swap the steering knuckle arms. Thanks to this, the tie rod ends will go from top to bottom. Sometimes during the installation of an elevator, shock absorbers, springs, and spacers are changed.

In the rear, a lift is made by installing new rear spring cups, which are bolted above the standard ones. In addition, the brackets are changed to move the rear shock absorber mounting point higher by 5 cm.

The short upper rods of the rear axle are enlarged or adjusted so that the shank rotates more easily and does not bite the spider. In addition, the reaction rods of the rear axle are strengthened with an angle or by installing double ones.

Also, if the need arises, you can install a long brake hose, bleed the brakes, adjust the rear spool and adjust the spring bumpers.

1. For lovers of tourism and travel. It's no secret that most people like to get away from the city.
2. For various types of competitions: trials, rally raids, trophy raids.

Extreme tires

• Simex Extreme/Jungle Trekker are excellent tires. But there is no way to do without modification. And you won’t get off with just an elevator. Here we cut the arches and change the pairs. In general, a whole list of changes, after which you will be able to experience all the delights of driving on such tires. The cost may scare those who are used to mud shoes for 4 kopecks. Such “shoes” cost 12 thousand. Essential for most growers. But loving a car requires financial sacrifice.
• If it’s expensive, then there is a Russian version that costs a little less than 5,000 - Forward Safari 500. Good for off-road use. Useless on asphalt. The downside is that it doesn’t go particularly well on the track. But you can do without an elevator by simply trimming the arches. Easy to clean. In general, the tread is very pleasing in the most difficult conditions.
• Silverstone MT-117 XTREME - costs almost the same as Simex. Thanks to the lugs on the sides, it can get out from where the Safari gets stuck. The tires are designed for dirt, and on normal roads they wear out too quickly. He is not afraid of clay - he does not get washed out.

Many drivers believe that Safari is too heavy for the Niva. Because no one wants to load bearings and hubs.

The debate about which tires for the Niva 4x4 are the best is still going on. Some people manage to drive in mud on standard tires, others take the Bear for the winter and for mud. And a fair percentage “pray” to Goodrich, who is essentially very versatile. If you are not an extreme sports enthusiast, then there is little point in buying tires for 12,000 rubles. You just need to clearly understand why you are buying tires. If you are traveling for work, hunting, fishing, etc., then in each case you need to correctly understand where to go, on what road, at what time of year and in what weather. Otherwise, you can either get stuck or ruin tires that are clearly not suitable for certain conditions.

Often, some even experienced tire drivers install good tires, kill them on the asphalt, and then scold them on all forums for their weak tread. Unfortunately, driving experience and understanding are not the same thing.

What is good in mud, and even in snow, can be 100% useless on ice and clean asphalt. The specification of each set of tires for Niva cars is very unique. But we tried to talk in general terms about what is most suitable and for what purposes. So that when you buy tires for Niva, you get exactly the result on the road that you wanted to see. And don’t forget that no less depends on driving skill than on tires, no matter how much they cost.

Niva is one of the few Russian cars that can even participate in prestigious rally races. Therefore, considerable experience has been accumulated. Cars of this model perform quite well in the toughest off-road races.

One of the Niva’s greatest successes was 2nd place in the 1983 Paris-Adjir-Dakar rally. A year earlier, another crew also received silver, and they took bronze in 1981.

Lada 4×4 performs quite well not only on mud, but also on sand, which becomes an obstacle for many Dakar crews. And the reason for this is the correct choice of tires. Perhaps it is precisely thanks to the versatility of the Niva and the ability to adapt it to different tires that athletes from many countries really like it.

Under normal standard conditions, the best wear resistance is shown by the most common domestic tires K-156-1 and Y-457. They managed to beat the expensive Dunlop Grandtrek AT2. And the point is not the poor quality of the latter, but the fact that the Dunlop tread turned out to be too shallow.

We managed to avoid obstacles on the road using the Kama-232. While on imported tires I had to seriously slow down. When braking on wet asphalt, the result is similar, not comforting for foreigners and pleasant for Kama tires. Having tried braking on dry asphalt and snow, we again found that the Kama copes better.

During testing, the car crawled out of mud and ditches better with the K-156-1. The worst in this ranking were the Ya-457s, but the Dunlops were quite good. They turned out to be the best in braking on snow and ice, leaving domestic models far behind. So the foreigners have completely rehabilitated themselves by showing good statistics for the winter.

We wish you to successfully cope with any off-road conditions and not end up with your Niva in places from which you can’t get out on any tires without a tractor. Good luck on the roads!

In general, there are many videos about the correct choice of tires not only for the Niva, but also for SUVs in general. You can find one of these videos below:

Every part of the machine requires attention. When it comes to maintaining it, we don’t just mean systematic checks of oil and water levels. The truth is that there are many aspects to take care of, and tires are one of the most important. Choosing the right tires for your car can be a difficult task, especially if you don’t know what the modern market offers and what tires you need. Tires can be purchased from dealers, in specialized stores, in online stores; it is important to pay attention to factors such as product brand, presentation, quality, price, reliability.

Choosing the right tires for Niva is not an easy task

An even more serious choice faces you if you are the owner. As practice shows, having a Niva or UAZ in your garage is not a guarantee that you will be able to conquer off-road terrain with this car. An important task is choosing the right off-road tires. How to properly put on car shoes? It is very difficult to choose tires without certain knowledge.

How is the installation carried out?

To lift the front suspension of a Niva Chevrolet, you need to do the following:

1. Raise the car with a jack and remove the wheel. We take the second jack, install it under the bottom of the ball and lift it until the spring is compressed. When the spring is compressed, it must be tightened with a special device
2. We loosen the bracket at the shock absorber and remove the two ball joints along with the stabilizer
3. We remove the spring. We move the hub to the side and install it on the holder
4. We change the outer wheel bolts to longer ones, to do this we bend the bump stop by 4 millimeters
5. We install washer spacers between the cup and the lever
6. Install the spring, cups and spacers. Center them relative to each other and jack up the lever
7. The stabilizer and ball return to their place, screw the shock absorber
8. The hub returns to its place and then we install the wheel back

At this point, the installation of the lift kit on the front suspension of the Niva is completed; in the same way we perform all the actions on the other side.

In this case, you will need a welding machine. When everything is ready, perform the following steps:

1. Cups are placed under the springs
2. We install a set of rear shock absorbers and attach the bracket by welding, as a result the rear axle will move slightly forward. To prevent this, it is advisable to lengthen all rods
3. The lower cup is cut off and moved 3 centimeters. This must be done carefully, as the crosspiece may be damaged.
4. We take the cups and weld them to a new place
5. We lengthen the rocker arm of the brake system, as a result of which it should lengthen by 3 centimeters
6. We weld fingers under the shock absorbers

The work can be considered completed.

Chevrolet Niva elevator

Dips when pressing the gas pedal on the injector

After all the lifting work, you will need to install the main pairs, which will have completely different gear ratios, and if you had alloy wheels, they will need to be replaced with regular stampings. It is also advisable to purchase and install a self-locking differential on rear-wheel drive.

The domestic SUV VAZ Niva is an excellent analogue to modern imported SUVs and even some all-wheel drive jeeps. This machine was initially distinguished by its light weight, high ground clearance and high maintainability. However, for more confident off-road driving, some car owners make their own suspension lift. “Niva” then rises another ten centimeters and is able to overcome a lot of obstacles.

Now we move on to the second stage of our lifting work - modernization of the rear suspension. Here you need to prepare a semi-automatic welding machine, and drive the car into the inspection pit. The first step here is to install a few more cups under the springs. These parts are installed on top of the standard ones using bolts.

If you use this method of modernization, the suspension (Niva VAZ-2121 and Chevrolet Niva) will, of course, become more reliable and suitable for off-road driving. However, at the same time you will have to forget about alloy wheels - only stamped ones can be installed on such a car

It is worth paying attention to the fact that increasing the diameter of the wheels will lead to greater torque - then you will have to change the gear ratios of the main pairs. In addition, after such an upgrade you will need to install a limited-slip differential on the rear axle, and this is again an additional expense

Tire and wheel sizes for Niva

Any manufacturer gives clear instructions and recommendations on what tire size is suitable for a specific car brand. The factory size for Niva is 175/80 R16, but there is a selection of interchangeable parameters. When selecting tires for R16 wheels, car owners are faced with the problem of an insufficiently wide selection of tires. The most popular of them are 185/75 R16, 175/80 R16 or 215/65 R16. Often, as an alternative, SUV owners use R15 wheels for their car, which are installed on the Niva without additional modifications. Tires for R15 wheels have a much wider range. The maximum tire size for such wheels for Niva is 215/75 R15.

Let's consider such parameters as the radial size of the disk, the height and width of the tire.

As for the disk size for the Niva. Wheels of 15 and 16 inches can be installed on any car from the Niv family; they are interchangeable in mounting dimensions. On R15 tires, the Niva takes on a more stylish look; due to the smaller rim size, the car will be more comfortable on uneven roads.

Tire height. Installing smaller tires on a car will reduce ride quality and cause rapid wear. An increase in height will entail an increase in the load on the wheels and chassis of the car, and the car will become stiffer. Positive quality - the car's handling will improve, reactions to the steering wheel will become faster and clearer.

Increasing tire width has both pros and cons. Wide tires improve the contact of the tire with the road, increase the acceleration speed of the car, and the stability of the car. The disadvantages are that the sprung weight of the car increases, fuel consumption increases, and the price category of such tires is much higher.

Benefits after installing a lift kit on a Niva car

If you lift the front suspension, the result is an increase in the distance to the surface in front. However, this will be enough to prevent squats on the beam, since the front takes up more than 60% of the total weight of the car.

In addition, the vehicle's airtight permeability improves. This occurs as a result of an increase in departure and entry angles and a decrease in the radius of transverse and longitudinal maneuverability. But lifting in this way significantly reduces the performance of CV joints and factory boots.

Types of SUV tires

Niva is a car that has a relatively low price, excellent cross-country ability, and is suitable for driving in any conditions. Niva tires have a wide range. Before purchasing and choosing tires, you need to decide for what purpose you are using your car.

Let's highlight two categories: the first - you use the Niva in exclusively urban conditions, then you need to choose tires for highway use, the second - mud tires for impassable roads.

Tires that are labeled Highway Terrain (H/T) and High Performance (H/P) are classified as tires suitable for driving on asphalt. Such tires are installed by car owners of premium cars that are practically never used in off-road conditions.

All Terrain (A/T) tires are considered universal tires. The tread pattern of these tires has bulky blocks that separate wide channels, which accompanies the self-cleaning of the wheels and increases the level of cross-country ability. When driving on asphalt with such tires, the noise level may increase slightly.

Tires marked Mud Terrain (M/T) are mud tires intended for poor quality dirt roads or off-road use. The tread of such tires is distinguished by powerful patterns and large grooves, which contributes to a high level of self-cleaning. Such tires are practically unsuitable for driving on asphalt. High noise level, low speed, lack of comfort in driving the car, rapid tire wear - these are only some of the shortcomings of this rubber when driving in urban conditions.

Tires with a rough tread pattern are excellent for driving in off-road conditions, increase the cross-country ability of a car, but are actually not suitable for driving around the city, reducing the comfort and controllability of the car.

And a few more important points

When upgrading the suspension, it is also important to install stronger springs on the vehicle. You can buy special reinforced rigid products, however, their price may not be very low

Most often, springs from Volga are purchased for Niva. Before installation, one and a half turns of the spring are cut using a grinder. Thus, the car's suspension will be more protected for a long period. Reinforced axle shafts are also a necessary purchase when strengthening the suspension. However, relief-type axle shafts will only fit disc brakes. If your vehicle is equipped with rear drum brakes, then you will have to replace them with disc brakes. Moreover, disc brakes have significant advantages over their predecessors. When strengthening the front and rear drives of a car, choose only domestic parts that are durable, have a long service life, and are characterized by low wear.

What is better: summer - winter or all-season?

When choosing a tire, you must be guided by the weather conditions in which the tires will be used. They are made from different materials.

For winter, soft rubber is used, resistant to sub-zero temperatures, which has a high level of grip on icy and wet roads.

Summer tires are made from durable hard rubber, which is resistant to high temperatures.

All-season tires consist of chemical compounds that reach average parameters, which guarantee adequate density in summer and grip on slippery roads in winter. All-season tires have a characteristic tread structure that allows you to cope with snow in winter and ensures safety in conditions of heavy rain or icy roads. A special all-season tire for an SUV can really make your car a universal vehicle, but at the same time the fuel consumption of the car will increase, the dynamics and comfort will decrease when driving on asphalt, and tire wear will accelerate.

The most acceptable option for harsh winters is the option of winter - summer tires according to the season. in severe frosts they can behave inappropriately and you need to drive very carefully.

Amtel is a company that specializes in all-season tires for SUVs. The tires are distinguished by a powerful tread that ensures vehicle stability, excellent road traction, and are effective in both snowy and rainy weather due to wide and deep grooves.

BF Goodrich is an American company. The range includes All Terrain T/A KO and Mud Terrain T/A KM models, which are suitable for Niva. Both models are designed for muddy, rocky, impassable roads. Thanks to the latest technologies, the tires of this company are additionally protected from punctures and impacts.

Michelin is a US tire company. The benchmark for off-road tires today is the BF Goodrich Macadam. It has a serrated tread that provides excellent maneuverability on slippery, difficult-to-pass dirt roads. Winter Michelin Latitude Alpins have proven themselves well in conditions of constant weather changes.

Maxxis International is a Taiwanese company and is one of the largest. Models M-8060 Trepador and MAXXIS MT-762 are perfectly adapted for mud roads, have an aggressive tread pattern, and self-clean well. The MT-753 and MA-751 models are designed with a special design that ensures a comfortable and safe ride both on paved roads and in light off-road conditions.

As you can see, the tire supply market today is diverse, and it is difficult to single out one leader. Tires from domestic manufacturers have an acceptable price range. If we talk about imported tires, then their pricing policy is much higher.

The behavior of the car on the road depends on the parameters of tires and wheels. The manufacturer suggests using tires and wheels of a certain size on the Niva, only in this case it provides a guarantee for the chassis and suspension.

Before changing the size of tires and wheels, consider all the pros and cons.

In what cases can you change tires that are not recommended by the manufacturer?

1. There is no way to buy typical size tires.
2. The desire to purposefully change the smoothness of movement and the car's response to handling to suit your driving style.
3. Choosing a cheaper option in order to save money.

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Absolutely every driver has at least once had the thought that it’s time to get bigger wheels. Because the stock Nyvka is, of course, good, but as they say - more wheels - more possibilities. Therefore, let’s figure out what a driver will have to face in order to install tires of a larger diameter and, in general, whether it’s worth doing. Here we will try to present everything as simply and clearly as possible, because looking for answers on forums is long and painful for many)) Because many people are absolutely not happy with driving))

Basically, here we will collect all your questions and answers to them.

Is it worth switching to 15-inch wheels?

I think you know that most tire drivers are switching from standard 16″ wheels to 15″ ones. For what? The answer is prosaic - the choice of tires with a 15″ fit is many times greater than for 16. That’s why they switch, because they want to install a meaner rubber, but with 16″ options the cat cried. No, of course, if you drive it, then leave the standard wheels. But I think you will soon feel that you should at least install Cordiant.

In general, then I’ll write a separate article about normal 16″ tires for the Niva. In the meantime, I recommend these cool “slippers” - they will fit on the Niva without modifications, row perfectly and you don’t need to think about buying 15 discs. Although the choice of 15 tires is simply gorgeous, here you will also find Goodrich, Mudrichi, Hankuki and other well-known mud tires.

What is the maximum tire size for a Niva without modifications (lift, cutting arches)?

If the car is new, then few people will want to cut the arches - this is a fact. So the answer is this: the maximum you can set is 215-75-R15. I have this one on my Shevik, which is stock, by the way. However, there’s an immediate counter-question here: what kind of wheels to take for these tires, because everything is right next to each other, and if you get smart about the takeoff, the tires will rub against the wheel arch liners. The answer is that you need to take wheels with an offset of 40, or at least 35.

So if you are looking to the side, then get ready to prepare the car, cut arches, lift, etc. Do you need it? An increase of 1.5 cm in ground clearance, and work per million. It makes sense to use 235 tires only when you are planning to seriously offroad. And if you simply want to put the biggest wheels possible on your Nivko without any modifications, then your choice is 215-75-R15.

What disc offset will be optimal for Niva chassis parts?

The basic rule is “wider and larger wheels - less offset”, but within reasonable limits. Because many people like to set the offset to zero and the car will be very unstable on sharp turns and big tires. Maintain balance))

Everything will depend on the size of the wheels. As you know, the factory recommendation is offset 58. Therefore, the closer the offset of your disk is to this indicator, the better. ET 58 is recommended because the wheels from the factory are very small; K-156 tires seem to be 185-75-16 in size. For such small wheels the reach is appropriate, maybe more.

Therefore, if you decide to change the stock wheels (and this is what 99 percent of drivers decide to do after their first rides), then you will have to take different wheels, with a smaller offset. Larger tire diameter means shorter disc offset. But you need to maintain a balance, strive to be closer to ET58. Why is this necessary? The answer is the closer the offset is to ideal, the better for your suspension and bearings.

And therefore, on wheels 205/70/R15 (most often they install tires in this size and do it right) you need wheels with an offset of 48. You can put thirty-fifths, but these will be better. The car will be intact.

Well, if you decide to set the maximum without modifications to 215/75/R15, then reduce the ET to 35 and it will be normal. If you put it on wheels with forty-eighth, there is a possibility of wiping.

I want to install 215/65/R16 tires - what wheels are suitable?

“Sneakers” of this size are considered almost ideal for a stock Niva - there is no need to take separate wheels, the dynamics are normal, the size is slightly larger than the standard one, there is no need to cut/lift anything. If you are not going to do much “bezdorov”, but purely for mushrooms, berries, fishing, hunting, and not particularly drilling, then the choice can be considered ideal.

As for the wheels, the answer is 40-45 offset, forty-five is better, of course. Closer to the recommended one is better for the machine. Put more and it will wipe with the steering wheel turned out.

Even more offroad.

Many car owners had in their garage a car like the Niva 2121, a wonderful passenger SUV. We fell in love with the Niva due to its cross-country ability and power. This vehicle is perfect for both city trips and rough terrain. Hunters, foresters and fishermen willingly travel on the Niva.

The car received respect and positive recommendations absolutely deservedly. A spacious interior, two drive axles and indifference to the road surface - this is what makes the Niva one of the best cars in the Russian automobile industry.

Thanks to the available transfer case, in low gear the car can navigate swampy and mountainous terrain perfectly. But it's not that simple. To drive through swamps and forests, you need to pay attention to such a factor as wheels.

This article describes their correct selection for driving in certain conditions, as well as what wheel size for the Niva 21214 is most optimal for Russia. What is needed first? To choose the right size 2121, it is worth remembering that the behavior of the car while driving directly depends on the wheels and tires.

We put the Niva on 29-inch wheels and send it for diagnostics and prevention

As a result, we have a lift of cm, and the bridge has moved back by the required 1.5 cm. Niva engine mounts are screwed to the spring cups to limit the compression stroke by cm.

The upper shock absorber mounts have been moved downwards by the same cm. The edges of the arches are cut along the entire circumference, and so are the doors.

Of course, you have to move the gear lever much more actively. And in general, for the first time I became completely satisfied with the car.

If the elevator is not too large, the operation is gentle and they are not worn out initially, then it is worth waiting five to six thousand kilometers. Usually the crunching stops, and then the chassis works normally.

What do you need to know about Chevrolet Niva wheels and accessories for them?

You should not install the once popular tripod joints, which are not designed to work at large angles. For Chevrolet Niva 33 wheels, car owners can install the following standard sizes without lifting: Many people install a budget option for off-road tires - UAZ tires with a diameter of 31 inches.

Wheel caps Car owners often decorate steel wheels with decorative plastic caps. You can install linings with a radius of 15 or 16 inches on standard Chevrolet Niva wheels. However, you need to take into account that the caps often fly off when driving the Chevrolet Niva 33 wheels on a rough road.

33 wheels on a Chevrolet Niva

You can try to save them in a simple way - fasten them to the disk with a plastic tie. However, this method does not help on serious off-road conditions.

Plastic does not withstand heavy loads when driving in deep mud, sand or snow. Wheel chains You can get out of the mud or overcome a snowdrift using regular road tires.

Although VAZ equipment is absolutely repairable in the yard even without a lift, it still requires time and experience. Both were not enough. And I wanted to see how things are going with servicing domestic brands in the era of global import substitution.

After the elevator, it is useful to drive the car on a lift

THE ETERNAL QUESTION

The rear suspension lift is made traditionally - with spacers and replacement of levers

The Contyre Expedition pattern is moderately aggressive and perfect for touring.

TOOTHED EXPEDITION

Contyre tires are produced at the Kirov Tire Plant, and their line includes several standard sizes suitable for domestic vehicles.

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Victor told us what problems “field lifters” inevitably face. CV joints suffer the most, especially internal ones. The hinge balls roll out new tracks for themselves, and for some time the “grenades” can crunch. If the elevator is not too large, the operation is gentle and they are not worn out initially, then it is worth waiting five to six thousand kilometers. Usually the crunching stops, and then the chassis works normally. You should not install the once popular tripod joints, which are not designed to work at large angles. If you install wheels with a diameter of 29 inches, then on a classic Niva you will have to cut the arches or at least trim the front corner of the wing. There is enough elevator at Shniva. In general, for initial off-road tuning of a non-sports type, the recommendations are as follows: a light lift, knuckles with non-adjustable double-row bearings, a winch, a snorkel if there is a possibility of fords and very dusty roads, a trunk. It is advisable to do chip tuning. Even better is to install a turbine, which, in terms of dynamics, will turn the Niva into a normal modern car with virtually no increase in fuel consumption. By the way, then it will be possible to painlessly install an air conditioner, which will add a little comfort when traveling, especially in a southern direction. It would be a good idea to change the main pairs and install self-blocks, or “forced locks”. If funds allow, you can paint the car “Raptor” or another similar composition so as not to be afraid of scratches.

In my opinion, among autotourists driving around Russia and neighboring countries, more than half drive Nivas and Chevy Nivas. And, judging by the signs of recent years, this trend will only increase...

Standard wheel sizes for Niva 2121

According to the standard, the wheel size for the Niva 2121 is R16, with a rim offset of 58 millimeters. Smaller wheels, for example R15, are also widely in demand.

R15 is installed mainly in cases where the car is operated in mountainous areas. The large thickness of the rubber prevents damage to the disc and provides excellent shock absorption when stones get under the wheels or when they fall into a hole or pothole.

Wheels from Chevrolet Niva are perfect for the Niva 2121. In this case, no modifications are required. Thanks to the installation of wheels from the specified model, the choice of tires increases, and the car will look stylish.

Replacement

Tires with a diameter of R16 are offered as a standard option. But, when choosing analogues, problems arise. This size is produced very rarely. Therefore, drivers often use R15 tires. Actually, this is not a violation. The manufacturer allows the use of such tires on Niva cars. Here you can choose the most suitable option for you.

When choosing, pay attention to additional indicators. Using wheels that are too large may require modifications to the vehicle. Below we will consider the main variations possible for use on the Niva. Please note that the options listed apply to the entire range.

Installation of high profile wheels on a VAZ 2121

If you want to put large wheels on the Niva, but without cutting the arches, R15 wheels with sizes 215-75 are perfect. The tire offset should be no more than 40 millimeters, otherwise the wheel arch liners will become unusable due to the tire scraping the plastic. Therefore, the wheel size for the Niva 2121 without cutting the arches is only 215-75 and with a radius of 15 inches.

It is possible to install a larger radius, but it is worth choosing the size of the disk and tire in proportion to each other, in order to avoid their grinding against the wheel arch liners and damage to the wheel itself.

Suspension lifting Niva VAZ 2121 21213 21214 2131

When a person buys a Chevrolet Niva, he rarely thinks about an extreme trip. Most often, a car is bought for a picnic with the whole family. That is, the car moves from one point to another.

Although the Chevrolet Niva is an SUV, it is noticeably inferior to its European and Asian competitors in cross-country ability in hard-to-reach places. It is because of this problem that fans of hunting, fishing and simply extreme driving choose to lift their car instead of watching videos while sitting at home.

Lifting is a type of tuning that increases the vehicle's ground clearance. They often do it with their own hands, in garages.

Proper modification will turn the Niva into a fairly solid car that will show excellent results off-road and in difficult terrain. We mentioned the word “lifting”, but did not say what it is.

Lifting is a set of changes made to the design of the car. They allow you to install larger diameter wheels on your car. Most often, cars with all-wheel drive are chosen to create such projects.

What does lifting give?

There is a rumor among inexperienced drivers that lifting increases ground clearance. Remember, this is not true. It should be understood that the ground clearance will be increased by large diameter wheels, and lifting will mainly allow them to be installed on the car.

In other words, this is a modernization of ground clearance and a significant increase in cross-country ability. This kind of car tuning can be done with your own hands without much difficulty.

To do this, you need to find time, a garage stocked with everything you need, and allocate a budget for the purchase of spare parts.

Ultimately, the ground clearance increases, and the car can easily overcome bumps and all kinds of holes. The first step is to install and upgrade the suspension lift and install larger wheels. Let's consider the advantages of Niva with lifting:

• More “hard” appearance of the car;
• Improving the cross-country ability parameter;
• Possibility of installing wheels with mud tires and larger wheels;
• Increased clearance;
• Increased protection of important mechanisms from physical damage and wear.

Effect of wheel and tire sizes

Depending on what size 2121″ is installed, the characteristics of movement can change dramatically, and an important factor is understanding what is generally required from the machine. By increasing the wheel diameter, qualities such as car style, road holding, comfort when driving on a flat surface and control accuracy will improve.

The only downside of the increased diameter is driving on a dirt or rocky road: the Niva will shake and create inconvenience for the driver and passengers. By increasing the wheel width, all of the above qualities will be repeated, and the vehicle’s grip on the road and noise absorption will also improve.

The negative point when using wide wheels is the increase and also the fuel consumption will be higher. So you should choose the wheel size for the Niva 2121 carefully and take into account the terrain where the car will be used.

Installation and operation of larger wheels

In order to install large wheel sizes on the Niva 2121, it is worth considering that the car will have to undergo some modification. To begin with, it is worth making some play by replacing the springs. To lift the Niva 2121, springs from the Chevrolet Niva are perfect. It is also worth making spacers for the springs. We should not forget about ball ones.

Standardly installed ball joints are subject to rapid failure when the wheels are enlarged. It's best to have them made to order. Well, the final installation factor is cutting the arches.

The arches should be cut taking into account the depreciation of the car while driving. If the car will drive through forests and mountains, the arches should be cut 100-150 millimeters more than the wheel itself. When driving around the city, 80-100 millimeters is enough.

After installing high-profile wheels, your car will change dramatically in both design and ride quality. In what direction the changes will occur, for the worse or for the better, depends only on the correctness of the installation itself.

Absolutely all car owners have repeatedly had the idea that it’s time to change the wheels and install something bigger. Or as they say, the classic Niva is good, but large wheels give it more real possibilities. But before installation, it’s worth figuring out whether such a change would be rational and whether it’s worth making.

The original wheels on sixteenth wheel rims do not look very attractive and are of little satisfaction to Niva owners. Many people solve this issue by switching from 16-inch to 15-inch wheels. For what? The answer is very simple - 15 seat tires are much easier and easier to find than any other. No, of course, if you can stay on the original Kame Flame tires and leave the original wheels. Many people recommend using K-139 tires for the Niva; it will cope with all tasks perfectly, and you will not need to change 16 to 15 inches.

If you decide to go with the latter option, then consider:

1) Goodrich. 2) Mudrich. 3) Hankuk.

If the car is new, then few people will dare to perform any technical manipulations, so manufacturers and technicians recommend installing 215-75-P15. At the same time, you should take forties or at least 35 discs, smaller ones will be irrational.

So if you have your eye on another tire, then be prepared to change the arches, install a lift, change the main pairs. The increase in ground clearance will be small, but you will put maximum effort into the installation. An increase of 1.5 cm in ground clearance, and work per million. It makes sense to install smaller tires only when you engage in professional off-road driving.

Headlight modernization

Tuning the optics of the Niva 2121 sets the tone for the overall modernization concept. For example, installing headlights from Mercedes Gelandewagen will create the ambience of a powerful, aggressive SUV. Sports modifications of the headlights will add dynamics to the appearance and emphasize the streamlined shape. High power LED headlights can be installed to increase visibility. Another good option is to install lensed, crystal or bi-xenon headlights.

The standard models have virtually no potential for modernization, so it is better to replace them with new ones.

Do-it-yourself expedition rack for the field in country conditions

Tuning the rear lights of the Niva 2121 is carried out according to the same scheme as upgrading the optics. It is easier and more efficient to replace standard lights with new modifications.

Most often, Niva owners install bi-xenon lenses on their car. They have several advantages:

• instant switching of low and high beam with curtain;
• clear light border;
• The lenses dazzle oncoming drivers less.

If you decide to tune the Niva by improving the headlights, then it makes sense to get rid of the factory hydraulic corrector, which quite often freezes in winter and does not work well. Instead, it is worth installing an electric corrector.

So, the modification of the Niva begins with the acquisition of the following things:

Chevrolet Niva suspension lift: rules, methods and step-by-step instructions

• selected lenses;
• new electric corrector;
• thin ignition blocks, which we will embed under the sidelights (it is better to choose the fifth generation);
• the lamps themselves (the cheapest cost up to 1000 rubles).

After installing new lenses, we get better road illumination, height adjustment, low power consumption and a clear light boundary.

Tuning the Niva 4x4 continues with the removal of the original headlights - driving in the city with additional light is not very convenient.

The Niva's original headlight is small in depth, so in order to install lamps and blocks under it, you will have to redo the connector and abandon the auto-corrector wiring, otherwise the blocks risk not fitting inside the headlight.

VAZ 21214 LED rear lights VAZ 21214 LED rear lights

After assembly, we get a sealed structure, which is a big plus. The headlights are difficult to fit into the body of the Niva due to the platforms for the standard units, but they can be safely removed and the problem will be solved. You can also get rid of the hydraulic corrector by attaching the headlight directly to the body. As a result of such useful modifications to the Niva, good bi-xenon optics were obtained.

Mud tires on the field.

M/T tires.

Mud tires of the classic type, have a convex and large tread pattern, lugs are located on the sides, very light, the car will move smoothly off-road. It is recommended to install it if you will be traveling more than half of the way on mud roads, and only a few not more than 10% on the highway, because it wears out quickly.

I-569 Medved.

These economy type tires are from a Russian manufacturer, the cost starts from 4 thousand. For installation, you do not need to adjust the arches to the tire parameters. The model can give a head start to competitors from other countries used for any car. Suitable for winter driving: the car moves smoothly on snowy roads. Driving on summer asphalt and ice is not allowed: the car is difficult to control on these surfaces. One size available - 235/75 P15 (approximately 30 inches).

Coordinate of Road.

A rational option for a domestic car. It is acceptable if cars move on any type of road and through mud. Can be used as an alternative to Goodrich. The car moves well on asphalt, but for such tires it is necessary to “lift” the car a little, as a result it will be possible to use 225/75 P16.

Hancock Dunarpo MT RT03.

A very successful and rational option. Niv is especially popular among owners. Size 235/75 P15 will cost about 5 thousand rubles. But for it it is necessary to make a lift of several centimeters.

Hancock Dunarpo MT RT03 is a good option for those who will not often go out on dirt. Does not wear out much on the road, feels good off-road, but with such tires it is better to avoid clay roads. The car drives smoothly and has good maneuverability.

It is worth remembering that it is advisable to use mud tires only in the summer, since when it is minus outside, they become hard and it becomes extremely difficult to drive a vehicle.

Road tires for the field.

K 156-1.

If you drive mainly on asphalt, then this model will be the most rational; it is designed for driving on the highway or in the countryside. Of course, if we are talking about moving in mud, as a rule, such bald tires fly through any mud, since maneuvering in mud is still worth it with geared models.

Advantages of road tires K 156-1.

1) Improved appearance (the car looks strict and restrained). 2) Improved road grip when braking. 3) Tire service life has increased significantly. 4) The car drives smoothly. 5) The risk of damaging the wheel when it falls into a hole has been reduced.

Disadvantages of road tires K 156-1.

1) Fuel consumption will increase slightly. 2) A slight increase in noise level. 3) The car maneuvers poorly at speed and during turns.

Belshina VLI-10.

Size: 175/85Р16. Speed ​​index: 150 km/h. Loading index: 510 kg. Weight: 11700 gr. Tread depth cm: 0.78

Car owners may remember Belshinov's VLI-10 models from USSR times. Today, these tires can be a worthy competitor to modern analogues, however, with them the car is not entirely maneuverable after rain, when the asphalt is still wet, and the braking distance is longer compared to other models. The tires perform well during summer trips and during turns; it is easy for the driver to find the necessary driving algorithm.

Price for tires for the Niva (2016).

Prices for tires for Niva depend on the following factors:

1) Manufacturer. 2) Seasonality. 3) Class. 4) Dimension. 5) Place of purchase. 6) Condition of the tires (new, used).

When choosing tires, give preference only to proven and popular manufacturers. After all, it often happens that in the pursuit of savings, quality is lost, rubber quickly wears out and requires replacement. As a result, you will spend more money because you will buy 2 cheap sets rather than one expensive one.

Let's look at the most popular options and their average prices.

VLI-10

— price 160 dollars (set price).
Kama-232
- price 131 dollars (set price).
K-156-1 Niva 4x4
- $80 (set price).
The price of one tire BF Goodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM2
ranges from 100 to 160 dollars.
Cooper Discoverer CTT
tire starts from $100 to $120.
The price of a Bridgestone Dueler D 673
starts at $100.
Yokohama Geolandar MT
tires can be purchased for $80-110.
Hankuk Dynapro MT RT03
tires - will cost from $80.
Kumho Road Venture MT KL71
tire starts from $116-156.
Federal Couragia MT
tire will cost the buyer 110-120 dollars.
Tires I-569 Bear
- Driver in Russia can be purchased at a price of $80 per unit.
Cordiant off Road
tires starts at $72 per piece.

Tools

In order to produce a suspension lift (Chevy Niva diesel) ourselves, we need to prepare the following set of spare parts:

1. Set of front and rear springs. Here parts that are 31.5 centimeters long and 1.57 centimeters thick fit perfectly on the Chevrolet Niva. You can buy springs and other parameters - it all depends on your taste.
2. Rubber spacers with metal cups. We will install them under the springs.
3. Shock absorbers. As practice shows, the products of the Premium and Excel-G brands are the most suitable for Niva. But again, it all depends on how stiff the suspension you want to get in the end.
4. Spacers for the upper ball joint. You can hardly find them in a store, so it would be wiser to order them from a familiar turner. The thickness of the spacers is about 2-3 centimeters. In this case, you will have to make the brackets for the rear shock absorbers yourself.
5. Enlarged washers for the cup. Their internal diameter should be 1 centimeter, external - 3 centimeters. We will need 12 of these washers in total.
6. You should purchase special extended bolts for the upper ball joints and cup. Parts from the G8 muffler (M8x65) and from the VAZ suspension arm M10x75x1.25 are suitable here, 6 and 4 units, respectively.
7. Several jacks, spring ties and boards for backing.

What tires should I put on the field in winter?

KShZ K-156-1 Niva 4×4: in winter, this model performed well while driving on an icy road, a little worse on compacted snow.

Coordinates of Polar SL. The price of one tire starts at $42. These tires are ideal when driving on ice or snowdrifts. The disadvantages include a decrease in technical performance in severe frost and at temperatures of minus four. Therefore, this model is not suitable for those drivers who like to “change their shoes” before the onset of the first frost. Because, otherwise, driving a car will be irrational, but as soon as it gets cold outside, this model will be simply irreplaceable.

Rubber is ideal for those who prefer to save money.

Kumho Aizen KV 22

Good cheap tires. When compared with popular analogues, this tire is twice the market value. Rubber with spikes, very impressive size models. As for the price, 215/65Р16 costs $46.

Advantages:

1) price; 2) good maneuverability on icy roads.

Flaws:

1) noise while driving; 2) spikes often fall out when compared with expensive competitors. But this will happen if you do not change the wheels in due time and use tires for driving on dry asphalt.

By saving here, you can lose a significant amount of studs per season, from 30 percent. For more expensive analogues, this percentage does not exceed three units.

What tires should I put on the field in the summer?

Of course, every car enthusiast who respects himself and his car should have at least two sets of wheels. For summer, AT class tires are better suited, which should be used more than 70 percent on the highway and only 30 percent on dirt roads. Therefore, it is advisable to combine these two points in rubber so that you can ride on the highway and go off-road.

Matador MP 71 Izarda.

This brand is a subsidiary of the German Continental, so the quality of these tires cannot raise any doubts. All Matadors collect only positive reviews from car owners and among comments on the Internet. Izarda will perform well on dirt roads and light off-road conditions. Well, on the highway the ride will be very comfortable.

Dunlop Grandtrek AT2.

Danlon tires will not disappoint even the most demanding car owner. True, they cost much more than their domestic counterpart. The tires are ideal for driving on wet asphalt, the braking distance is maximum, the car drives well both on a regular highway and on a country road.

Dunlop tires have improved the response of the Niva model range during turns, the characteristic delays have been eliminated: good grip properties, driving the car will be simple and comfortable. But sudden disruptions in gliding prevent the “rearrangement” from being performed. To stay in the required corridor, you will need to steer very intensely and efficiently. And this can only be done when the speed is no more than 50 km/h.

What is the size of tires on the field: minimum, standard, maximum?

From the very beginning, the Niva was equipped with 175/80 P16 tires (standard size), which had an off-road tread pattern with large lugs.

According to the test results that were carried out at the factories, tires are allowed to be used on modifications of VAZ-2121 models - 185 P16, 195/65 P15, 195/80 P15, 205/75 P15, 205/75 P15, 215/75 P15 and others " close" sizes.

If you do not take into account the dimensions during modifications, then the maximum tire size will be: 215/75 P15

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At a minimum, the wheels should be 31x10.5
so that the car can somehow move.

If we take into account the Chevrolet Niva, the minimum tire size is: 205/70R15, maximum: 205/75R16.