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Acoustic shelf for Kalina hatchback

An acoustic shelf for a Kalina hatchback, purchased or made by yourself, will help to establish good sound in the car. Achieving this, of course, is quite difficult, since it implies the problem of a weak rear acoustics effect. It is for this reason that the acoustic shelf on the Kalina hatchback must be made independently. This is recommended by all audiophiles and lovers of good, correct sound.

Homemade shelf

Lada Kalina station wagon acoustic shelf

No matter how good the purchased shelf is, a homemade one will give it a hundred points ahead. The point is not only that you will have to pay for the store from your own pocket. A shelf made with your own hands can withstand impacts better, is stronger and more efficient. In addition, despite the large number of different store shelves, it is quite difficult to truly choose the model that would suit a true connoisseur of sound. So you have to learn to do it yourself.

First way

Plywood sheet for acoustic shelf

So, here are the step-by-step instructions:

Take a sheet of plywood, preferably not too thin;
Cut out two parts.

We fasten the sheets to each other using self-tapping screws, glue and foam;
Now we need to make the folding part of the shelf. A sheet of plywood is ideal for this task.

The manufacturing instructions for this shelf imply that the acoustic podiums will be placed on a hinged lid or there will be none at all.

Second way

Ready-made acoustic shelf

The next method for making a shelf for Kalina is as follows:

First comes preparation. Everything unnecessary is removed from the interior, including the rear sofa, which may interfere with work;
The decorative standard shelf and insulation, if any, are dismantled;
Markings are applied to the plywood. Instead of a template, the standard shelf itself appears, which was removed.

The future product is cut out using an electric jigsaw;
The shelf is first tried on in place;
If everything is good, then holes for the podiums are outlined;
The holes are cut oval;
On a separate sheet of plywood, a podium template is created, also with holes;
Both parts are connected to each other with glue and screws;

DIY shelf made from two pieces of plywood

Another fitting is carried out;
Now you will need to cut holes in the iron part of the shelf.

Cutting holes in metal

An acoustic shelf made by yourself must be given the proper appearance. To do this, it is first ground, then sanded and covered with some material, depending on the interior of the Kalina.

The acoustic shelf must be installed so that the speakers face the rear window, thereby solving the issue of reflection. During the work process, various visual aids will provide invaluable assistance: video reviews, photo materials, drawings and diagrams. The price of store-bought acoustic shelves is not high, but why pay extra.

Spot and reflected sound

Acoustic shelf Kalina hatchback

Here's what you need to know:

To achieve spot-on sound, it is recommended to point the speakers directly at the listener. Due to the fact that passengers in the car are sitting in different corners, the sound is directed to the very middle, but doing this in such a way as to avoid obstacles.

Note. In order to be able to bring pinpoint sound to the middle of the cabin, bypassing obstacles, the speakers are installed under the ceiling. But the disadvantages of this design are obvious: the difficulty of firmly fixing the speakers on the ceiling, the complete absence of bass, etc.

There is also such a thing as reflected sound. In this case, achieving the correct direction is much easier. The emitters are directed to the rear window, sound is reflected and the stereo effect is enhanced. This makes the sound much better. Provides clear bass, mid and high frequencies.

Note. The disadvantages of store-bought acoustic shelves are precisely that they do not have the correct direction of the speakers. Installed in their designated places, the speakers on a store's acoustic shelf are directed toward the ceiling, where the fleecy material dampens some of the sound. If we also take into account the location of the headrests and seated passengers, then the effect of reflected sound will be practically impossible to achieve.

It is for this reason that it is recommended to make an acoustic shelf yourself in order to be able to ensure the correct direction of the speakers.

Review of the store shelf for Kalina hatchback

Shelf acoustic viburnum hatchback

Popular acoustic shelf with sides. It greatly improves sound quality compared to the standard factory one. Let's look at the positive features of this shelf:

It is made of plywood and covered with carpet. Thanks to this, vibration is significantly reduced;
An acoustic shelf of this type with sidewalls is also an excellent functional detail that allows you to install speakers of any size, even heavy ones, into your car.

An acoustic shelf with sides is an excellent solution for a music lover. It will give you the opportunity to enjoy all the nuances of musical sound;
This shelf also makes it possible to build the right acoustic stage;
Noises and squeaks, as well as other interference are eliminated;
Thanks to the beautiful appearance of the shelf, the appearance of the interior is also improved. The acoustic shelf harmonizes perfectly with the interior;
You can place large speakers on this shelf.

Acoustics for VAZ cars

In a word, this is a good shelf made of high quality materials (mainly MDF). It is covered with carpet, and instead of plastic sidewalls, strong and reliable wooden elements are installed.

Characteristics

Type	Acoustic shelf
Purpose	Cars with hatchback body type (Lada Kalina)
Shelf material	MDF/plywood
Speaker size, cm	13/16/20
Possibility of hidden installation	Eat
Availability of sidewalls	Eat
Price	1000 rub.

Product description:

Very easy installation, no additional modifications required. The shelf is designed to improve the sound quality of the speaker system as a whole, as well as to eliminate unpleasant creaks, rattles and overtones when the car is moving. Instead of plastic sidewalls, wooden ones are installed, and speakers are attached to them. The main advantage of this design is that when the shelf is removed to transport large items, the speakers remain in the car. All necessary accessories are included. Acoustic shelves in gray and black are more expensive than graphite, since imported carpet is used for their covering!

Base material: plywood/MDF
Upholstery material: carpet
Upholstery color: graphite, gray or black
Speaker holes: 6×9″, 13cm or 16cm

Please indicate the size of the holes for the speakers when placing your order in the “Comments on the order” field.

Types of procedure

New generation Kalina with full audio kit

Depending on the vehicle's configuration, audio preparation may vary.

The “Standard” package involves connecting wires only to the head unit, that is, you can only install the radio. At first glance, it appears that there are no wires on the doors, as well as for the rear of the audio system. In fact, there are wires, but only on the driver's side door, and they are not routed outside. The car owner will have to complete the wiring for the speakers on the doors himself and run the wires for the rear of the audio system.

The “Norma” package includes preparation for installing the head part of the audio system, and the wires in the doors are already completely routed. In this case, the car owner will only have to independently connect the car radio and speakers and cut a hole in the doors.

Speaker installation process

Installing the rear speaker, oddly enough, is even easier than the front speaker. We take the spacer and screw it to the back door, after which all that remains is to secure the speaker and connect it. With the front door, everything looks more complicated - there you need to glue threaded washers under the holes for the bolts. And normally these washers are held in place by brackets, which are not included in the “standard” configuration.

Rear and front door without trim

Each speaker is screwed onto 4 threaded screws, but it is better to connect the connectors first. One pair of speaker wires goes into each door, and they come from the main connector intended for the radio. Before making the connection, it is better to test the wires for breaks.

We have discussed in full how to install speakers in Kalina 2. We will not consider the method of installing and connecting the radio, but note that it is not at all necessary to dismantle the center console for this.

Installing speakers in Kalina with your own hands

Lada Kalina cars are available in several trim levels

Most of them do not have speakers in the doors, and for many this is very important, because installing additional audio elements can significantly improve sound quality. However, it is not uncommon to have to change the speakers that are installed on the rear shelf, since the sound quality they produce leaves much to be desired.

In this publication, we will look at how to choose speakers for Lada Kalina and how to install them on the rear shelf and in the doors.

Choosing speakers for Lada Kalina

To choose the right audio speakers for your Lada Kalina car, you should focus on the highest quality models, as well as the standard sizes provided by the manufacturer:

1. The size of the speakers in the front doors is 13 centimeters. 2. The rear speakers in a Lada Kalina sedan should have a size of 18 centimeters, in a station wagon - 16 centimeters, but in a hatchback body there are no standard speakers, so you can cut holes in the shelf for any speakers.

Another important point when choosing speakers for Lada Kalina is the fact that the main speakers should be front-facing, and the speakers installed in the rear parcel shelf should be additional. Let us recall that in the previous article we looked at why the window regulator on a viburnum does not work and how to repair it with your own hands.

Installing front speakers on Lada Kalina

There are two main methods for installing front speakers in the Lada Kalina door apron:

1. The first method can be called the “fast method”. To implement it you must follow these steps:

— apply the columns to the door trim and trace them with a marker; — put the speakers aside and use a sharp knife to cut out the casing along the drawn contour; — we install the speakers in the doors so that the connectors are at the bottom, since otherwise when the windows are lowered, they can break the wires.

2. The second method can be called the “quality method”, since after its implementation the result is a more pleasant sound.

The essence of the method is to install the speakers under the door trim on special spacers

It is important to note that using the second method, you can afford to install larger speakers, up to 16 centimeters

How to install speakers in the rear shelf of Kalina

The installation of speakers in the rear parcel shelf of a Lada Kalina car is somewhat different, depending on the body in which the car is made.

1. Installation of rear speakers in Lada Kalina station wagon.

There are no special features for installing audio speakers in this body; everything is simple and intuitive.

2. Installation of rear audio speakers in Lada Kalina hatchback.

In this case, you need to cut holes for the audio speakers and secure them with self-tapping screws, otherwise everything is “standard”.

3. Installation of rear audio speakers in Lada Kalina sedan.

In this case, you should dismantle the rear shelf by removing it from the mounting clips. Next, we cut the metal to the size we need, fasten the speakers with self-tapping screws and mount the shelf in place using new clips.

If your car has recently been purchased and you are wondering whether the warranty will remain after installing the speakers on Kalina yourself? The official website contains the following information: “if the car’s wiring was not damaged during installation of the speakers, then the car will not be removed from warranty,” but from personal experience I advise you to consult an AvtoVAZ service station.

Reviews

№	Positive
1.	Victor, 45: the machine is in its second year, the shelf is not deformed, fits perfectly, does not make noise, does not creak.
2.	Konstantin, 51 years old: a few months ago there was an accident, the shot hit the back, the glass was broken. I thought that he led the regiment, but it turned out that in vain, he was not even deformed. Good quality.
3.	Vitaly, 37: I work as a foreman at a service station, I’ve seen many VAZ models, but in Grant the quality of the rear shelf is good. It’s a pity that the Mother Superior cannot “boast” of this.
4.	Alexander, 39 years old: I’ve been working as a salesman in a store for the second year, I noticed that the shelves on Grant are very rarely bought, unlike previous models.
5.	Maxim, 41 years old: I bought the car in 2011, during which time I changed something, but I didn’t touch the interior, it doesn’t creak or knock.
6.	Valery, 44 years old: plastic inserts are of good quality, I’ve been using the car since the third year, I have no complaints about the interior or inserts.
Negative
1.	Mark, 38: due to the fact that the car was often parked in the sun, the rear parcel shelf was deformed, there was constant knocking, and sometimes creaking. I am not satisfied with the quality because the plastic must be adapted to extreme temperatures.
2.	Vyacheslav, 47: after five years of using the car, the plastic inserts in the interior began to knock on uneven surfaces and a creaking sound formed. In general, the manufacturer saved on quality.
3.	Mikhail, 37: dissatisfied with the quality of the normal shelf, I had to replace it with a Mercedes-Benz, it fits perfectly.

Production Removing the rear shelf of a Lada Granta is not at all difficult, it will take about ten minutes of free time and that’s it.

Installing a customized insert is also easy for the average driver. If you don’t have free time, you can always contact a specialist service center. Now the owner knows exactly how to remove the Grant shelf with his own hands.

Lada Kalina Hatchback › Logbook › Installing speakers in the rear parcel shelf

I got my hands on Beltek 120 watt speakers. But if it’s due to connections, it means that something is wrong with them) They wheezed very loudly. I took them apart, cleaned them with alcohol where I could get to, went to a car wash and blew them out with air. I came home, collected them, checked them... The wheezing disappeared, which I was very happy about) After that, I decided to put them in my viburnum. Their size is 6x9, later they plan to have something more powerful, and I’m thinking about the shelf. leave it or make it yourself or buy it from chipboard. I took off the radio and saw a block with wires.

I thought that all these wires go to their intended places. But as it turned out, no. Later, after rummaging on the Internet, I realized that the Kalina hatchback did not have standard audio preparation for the rear speakers; the wires in the block, behind the fuse block, ran out. Of course, it was possible to throw new wires, but I wanted aesthetics) So I started looking for terminals called papa lyre 1.6mm.

Having traveled half the city, I realized that I couldn’t find them in various radio and auto stores, I started searching on the Internet, came across a site where they sold such terminals for 5 rubles, but delivery from St. Petersburg cost 200 rubles, the total amount was 220 rubles, a little expensive, I thought I am for the terminals. I went a different route) I went to a local car sales website and started looking for “cars for parts.” I looked at station wagons and sedans, they had rear audio preparation. I found a station wagon, called, and agreed with the seller for 100 rubles + small spare parts in the form of screws and caps. I came to the seller, removed 4 wires from the common wiring that went to the back along with the terminals, they are pulled out of the block very simply, with a needle. The next day, I started setting up the whole thing. Inserted the terminals into the block.

Homemade shelf

Characteristics

Install the acoustics in the VAZ yourself

As was written above, few people are satisfied with the sound quality in a car, especially coming from the rear speakers. The sound in the interior of budget hatchback cars, such as Kalina, suffers especially. Making an acoustic shelf that fits the size of this car is quite simple. First, we prepare the necessary materials and tools:

Plywood, 7 mm thick;
Tape measure or ruler;
An electric saw (if not, then a regular jigsaw for wood will do);
Steel tape;
Corners and hinges;
Piano hinges.

The initial stage of work involves taking the dimensions of the shelf.

Rear acoustic shelf

We draw a sketch of the future product on paper. We record the measurements.

Initially, the sidewalls are made. They are, as a rule, mirrored - having made one, you can easily make another;
We carry out a test fitting;
We install the parts in their original places;
We take measurements again, now for the main part of the shelf;
We cut out the elements;

Reworking the side shelves

We connect them together using piano hinges;
We install the hinge clamps and try them on;
We also put the seat back on Kalina to check whether the trunk door closes.

It's time to decide on the location of the speakers. The most powerful speakers today are 6x9-inch oval-type speakers.

Shelf with carpet sides

We prepare holes for the speakers by cutting them out in plywood.

The shelf is almost ready, but all that remains is to cover it with fabric or, in other words, retighten it:

We take carpet (an ideal material for such cases) and cut pieces of the required size from it, keeping a margin of 3-4 cm on each side;
We always wrap the edges of the shelf and secure them with a stapler.

We install the sidewalls, speakers, and then place everything in its standard places.

Front speakers Kalina

There is audio preparation in the front doors, but on new Kalinas, in the standard configuration, there is no wiring in the front doors.

Set 13cm. Speakers in the front doors of Kalina can be installed in various ways. 1) Quick and easy installation, no need to remove door trim. Just attach the ring from the speaker to the door trim and circle it with a marker. Use a sharp knife to cut a hole in the upholstery. It is worth considering that the standard audio wires are short, so it is best to install the speakers in the viburnum door with the connectors facing down, otherwise the wiring may break when the glass is released.

2) Installation of speakers through spacers. This method, together with noise insulation, gives better sound quality. You will need to remove the door trim and attach the spacer rings from the kit (or make them from plywood) in the car door.

If you choose the second method, then it is recommended to consider 16cm. speakers. Depending on the model of speakers of this size, they can be installed without spacers and no modifications will be required, or you will have to cut the door iron or install spacers.

Modification of the trunk of the viburnum | Club LADA

The rear shelf of Priora, Kalina and Granta is famous for its crickets, they are especially noticeable on hatchbacks and station wagons. According to statistics, 70% of car owners, after purchasing a domestic car, almost immediately soundproof the rear of the car. Do you know what to do if a shelf creaks?

If desired, all logos on the trunk lid can be removed. There are several ways to remove nameplates from a car; we will consider them separately.

Soundproofing the trunk brings a significant effect when it comes to a hatchback or station wagon body. Let's figure out how to make soundproofing of the trunk lid of Kalina with your own hands.

The Lada Kalina does not have a trunk button, so you have to open it only with the key. The photo report is devoted to how to make the trunk door open using a separate button.

To prevent various rubbish from hanging out in Kalina’s trunk, you can buy a special universal net to contain the load. But if a false floor is installed, then all the things from the trunk will be decoratively hidden.

The trunk of a car deserves special attention, especially when it is of impressive size. Tuning the trunk of Kalina, like any other car brand, consists of a set of modifications, we’ll talk about them

Everyone knows that the rear parcel shelf of Kalina rises up along with the trunk lid. However, the elastic bands that hold the trunk shelf in place are too long, causing it to rise up a little, forcing us to bend over to put things in the trunk. Do you know how to make access to Kalina’s trunk more convenient?

To repair the lock of the fifth door of a Kalina hatchback or station wagon, or to replace the purifier gearmotor, you will first have to remove the upholstery of the fifth door.

If there is a need to transport large cargo and the standard trunk of the car is no longer enough, then there are two options: buy a trailer or transport the cargo on the roof. Do you know how to install roof rails on a Granta or Kalina sedan?

Initially, the owners began to notice water in the trunk of Kalina and Priora hatchback/station wagon, and later the new Granta liftback inherited this problem. We find out the possible reasons for the appearance of water in the trunk and ways to eliminate this problem.

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Operating instructions for AVTOVAZ Lada Kalina

with the top of the head. If this is not possible, for very tall people the head restraint should be raised to its highest position, and for very short people it should be lowered to its lowest position.

Rear seats.

To increase

To reduce the luggage compartment area, it is possible to fold out the rear seat, and each of both parts of the seat can be folded out separately if necessary.

When folding any part

rear seat for transporting cargo; the remaining part can accommodate only one passenger.

Before folding the rear

seat or its part, it is necessary to install the seat belt buckles on the folding part of the seat into special holders on the lower part of the backrest, the side seat belt straps – into the guide brackets along the edges of the upper part of the backrest, and the flat tongue of the middle seat belt strap should be disconnected from the buckle with black button and move the belt to the load position. In this case, on a car with a sedan body, both tongues of the middle belt must be on the shelf behind the rear seat; on a car with a hatchback body, both tongues must be pressed against the lining of the upper guide; on a car with a body

Rice. 11. Rear seat layout

“station wagon” the flat tongue must be tucked into the slot in the belt trim on the roof of the car.

After returning the seat to

working position, the seat belt buckles must be removed from the holders, the side seat belt webbing must be removed from the side guides, and the flat tongue of the middle seat belt webbing must be inserted into the lock with the black button.

Rear seat layout

carry out in the following sequence:

– pull loop 4 (Fig. 11)

and place cushion 1 in a vertical position. If necessary, move the front seats forward;

– pull the handle 3 drive

yes the lock and at the same time, while applying force in the horizontal direction, position the backrest 2 as shown in the figure.

Installing the rear seat in

Perform the usual position in reverse order.

When transporting large items,

Front speakers Kalina

There is audio preparation in the front doors, but on new Kalinas, in the standard configuration, there is no wiring in the front doors.

Set 13cm. speakers can be installed in the front doors of Kalina in various ways. 1) Quick and easy installation, no need to remove door trim. Just attach the ring from the speaker to the door trim and circle it with a marker. Use a sharp knife to cut a hole in the upholstery. It is worth considering that the standard audio wires are short, so it is best to install the speakers in the viburnum door with the connectors facing down, otherwise the wiring may break when the glass is released.

Self-installation of a radio on a Lada Kalina

Improved car radio

Even in the “Standard” configuration, where the audio preparation is minimal, installing the radio will not be difficult, since all the wires necessary for this are already routed into the connector. The only problem that a car owner may encounter is the order and correctness of connecting the wiring to the system itself.

The two connectors for the radio are covered with a cover, which must be removed before installing the system. One connector is for powering the radio, and the second is for running under the door speakers.

Black and pink wires are the main ones for power supply

It is important to know and use the correct wiring diagrams, otherwise you can simply short out all the terminals and burn the fuses. At best, you simply cannot achieve the desired sound result.

Be sure to insulate all wires connected directly. Even those wires that are not useful for connecting the radio must be insulated in order to avoid their contact and short circuit.

Delivery by transport company (cash on delivery, no prepayment)

Advantages:

the cost of delivery of heavy and large-sized orders is much cheaper than that of Russian Post;
There are practically no restrictions on the weight and dimensions of cargo;
There is a wooden crate service - this is an additional guarantee of the integrity of the order.

Disadvantages: unfortunately, there are branches only in cities.

The estimated cost of delivery for an order up to 30 kg is 450 rubles.

List of transport companies with which we cooperate:

TC "PEK" (cash on delivery service available);
TC "Business Lines";
TC "Energia";
TC "KASHALOT" (KIT) (cash on delivery service available);
TC "SDEK" (cash on delivery service available);
TC "DPD";
TC "ZhelDorExpedition";
TC "VOZOVOZ";
TC "Baikal-Service".

To send your order by transport company:

The cost of delivery is calculated based on the volume, weight of the selected product and the distance from the city of Tolyatti.

To send an order you must:

indicate full name recipient;
Your locality and region;
series, number of passport or driver's license;
Your phone number (contact).

TC "Business Lines" - Urgent delivery of goods from 1 kg throughout Russia. The exact cost can be found on the official website of the delivery service - https://www.dellin.ruTK "PEK" - Guaranteed safety of cargo for the entire duration of cargo transportation, clear information support, delivery of goods throughout almost the entire territory of Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan in optimal time and accurately calculated cost of services. The exact cost can be found on the official website of the delivery service https://pecom.ru/ru/calc

You can make payment in one of the ways convenient for you:

To a SberBank or Alfa-Bank card. The most profitable method for the buyer, as well as the most convenient one, is to use the Sberbank Online service, Alfa-Click, an ATM, or through an operator at the bank. After placing your order, the manager will send you the card details. If you do not have a SberBank or Alfa-Bank card, you can also top up your card using the details at any SberBank or Alfa-Bank branch. Payment is credited within an hour.
Yandex money. Customers who have Yandex.Wallet can quickly and easily pay for an order in our online store, the commission will be 0%.
Yandex.Checkout is an online payment acceptance service. A convenient option with a large selection of payment methods for your order: plastic cards of any banks, including credit cards, in cash through terminals, ATMs or phone shops, Qiwi Wallet, Yandex.Money, WebMoney, from your phone balance, purchase on credit (payment in installments) . Please carefully check which email address you provided during the ordering process, as you will receive a receipt for payment for your order. Yandex.Checkout commission for transfer will range from 3% to 6% .
QIWI wallet. If it is more convenient for the client to use a QIWI wallet or, if it is not available, to pay through the nearest QIWI terminal, the manager will provide you with the wallet number. Commission 0%.
Payment at any bank using an invoice or receipt (+3% to the cost). If you do not use electronic wallets and plastic cards, we provide the opportunity to make payments at any bank in Russia. The site manager will send you a pre-filled receipt “Form No. PD-4” by e-mail; please carefully check the e-mail address you provide. The bank commission will be approximately 3% and depends on the bank itself
Cash on delivery upon delivery by the Transport Company (payment for purchase upon receipt of the order).
Cash on delivery upon delivery by Russian Post (payment for purchase upon receipt of the order). The order arrives at the post office, after which you pay its cost and pick it up, in which case the Russian Post charges a commission.

Making a shelf

The standard shelf of the Priora Sedan can be used to make it easier to make a similar model with your own hands. It can be used as a layout. But to make the work easier, it is better to additionally make a layout from cardboard.

Acoustic shelf Priora sedan

To do this, remove the standard shelf. Then you need to take a sheet of thick cardboard or thin plywood and use a marker to transfer the dimensions of the standard shelf. Using a utility knife, cut out the layout. You should also use a marker to circle the places that are intended for seat belts. We should not forget about places for speakers (see How to choose speakers for a car radio on your own). Then everything happens as follows:

Transfer the outline of the layout onto a sheet of plywood;
Using an electric jigsaw, cut out the base for the future shelf;
To increase the rigidity of the structure, it is necessary to strengthen it with supports made of wooden blocks, which are fixed using self-tapping screws. There is usually little space left between them, which is not recommended. To eliminate this problem, you should use a sealant;

Acoustic shelf on the Priora sedan itself

Note: they are installed between the ovals for the speakers, it is recommended to use at least 2-3 bars.

Take another piece of chipboard, which is necessary for cutting out the acoustic podiums. The models will be podiums taken from the standard device. They should be placed on the base and outlined with a pencil;
It is also necessary to mark with a pencil the places through which air will flow;

Note: during the work, extra holes may appear that need to be sealed with cardboard so that the mounting foam does not get inside the product itself.

Seal the podiums with polyurethane foam. Wait until everything is dry;
Take a sharp knife, with which you should remove all excess;
To level the surface, it must be treated with fine sandpaper;
Find old nylon tights and soak them with epoxy glue. The resulting material should be wrapped around the entire construction of polyurethane foam;
The box for seat belts must be made in such a way that they enter it from the side;

DIY acoustic shelf for Priora sedan

Start assembling the structure. For this, it is also advisable to use metal screws, with the help of which the strength of the entire structure will be increased;
Install the created shelf on the sedan, securing it with bolts.

Finalization of the standard model

There is no need to make a new shelf, since the standard one can be made more stable. Of course, this option will be cheaper. After all, in this case you will only need to buy polyurethane foam. With the help of such material it will be possible to achieve high rigidity of the structure, so it will withstand any mechanical stress well.

Modification of the standard shelf

In addition, the resonance in the system will be increased, so the sound of musical compositions will be much better. To bring this idea to life, it is necessary:

Seal all holes and edges of the product with tape so that they do not get dirty; Moisten its back surface with water; Now you can start working with foam

It must be released smoothly and carefully so that it is distributed evenly; The foam will begin to dry in about 40 minutes. At this stage it must be pressed down on both sides, otherwise it will expand too much.

This will make the foam layer more rigid and dense;

Ideal shelf for Priora

Note: Air will begin to accumulate inside, causing it to not dry evenly. To avoid this, you can pierce the foam with a nail, and then lightly press it down.

The structure should be insulated with a special rubber seal (where necessary). Leave the shelf for about a day until the foam dries completely.
To prevent the shelf from creaking or rattling, its frame should be covered with insulating material;
After this, it can be installed in its normal place.

DIY shelf

The self-made shelf is not inferior in quality to standard models. Many people choose this option, since the price of a homemade product is much lower than what they would have to pay to purchase a finished model. Before starting work, you need to familiarize yourself with the photos and videos offered on the Internet. We hope our instructions will also not be superfluous.

Acoustic shelf with sides for 1.6 thousand rubles

Among the advantages of such a shelf are simple installation, without the use of additional modifications and binders. So, instead of the usual plastic sides, this shelf uses wooden ones. The speakers, in turn, are fixed on them.

But the main advantage of such a shelf is that when it is removed, and this can happen often if the owner periodically transports large cargo in the trunk, the speakers (see How to choose speakers for a car radio on your own) will remain in place.

Shelf Specifications

Installation

Acoustic shelf Lada Kalina station wagon

It will not take much time and the entire installation process comes down to the following steps:

Plastic linings are dismantled;
The seat belt is unscrewed and threaded through a slot in the shelf;
The backrest fixing bolt is turned out;
Several washers are placed under the bolt so that the back slams freely;
The sidewalls are now installed;
Holes for self-tapping screws are made in advance;
Self-tapping screws are tightened;
The shelf is placed depending on the availability of corners;
Then the belt is fixed and the lamp is connected;
The speakers and cover are installed.

Installing speakers on the door

Before installing the speakers, you need to remove the door panel and make a suitable hole in it, which must correspond to the size of the purchased speakers.

Attach the speaker to the door panel with screws by inserting it into the prepared hole. Then select the necessary wires and connect them to the speakers. As a rule, the outside of the speaker is covered with a special mesh.

Speakers from 5 to 13 cm are installed on the front doors of the car. Sometimes skilled craftsmen manage to install 16-inch speakers - this has a positive effect on the sound quality. But large speakers can create some inconvenience in the cabin, especially for the driver. They will prevent the glove compartment lid from opening or interfere with the driver while driving the vehicle.

After installing an audio system in a Lada Kalina car, you may encounter two problems.

The radio does not turn on and there is no sound.
A short circuit has occurred and the fuse has blown.

Both of these problems are the result of improperly connected wires. There is only one way out - carefully check all connections, following the instructions.

The question that worries many buyers of Lada Kalina cars with audio equipment without a standard radio and speakers is whether the warranty is still valid if you install the audio system yourself. The answer is pleasing: warranty service is maintained. But often dealership employees scare their customers by refusing warranty service if the audio system is not installed in their showroom. In fact, this is a standard way of extorting money from a client.

Engine

The Lada Kalina Cross is equipped with an engine that does not have excellent power and dynamics. To improve its power characteristics it is necessary to make a number of modifications.

Improve the filling of the cylinders with the combustible mixture:

boring the inlet channel in the cylinder head;
reducing the diameter of the valve stem in the area of its widest part;
replacing the standard intake manifold with a tuned one, with a reduced intake tract.

Replacing standard nozzles with higher performance nozzles.
Replacing the standard exhaust manifold with a “spider” one with improved aerodynamic properties.
After the mechanical changes have been made, it is necessary to perform software tuning of the electronic control unit of the power plant, chip tuning.

Installing speakers in Granta front doors

The standard acoustics in Grant are 13 cm speakers. They do not produce good sound, but they are easily installed in the factory holes for the speakers without unnecessary manipulation. The procedure for dealing with them is simple:

connect the speaker cables, observing the polarity;
fix with screws in regular places in the metal of the door or directly on the door card;
install grids (in common parlance - grills).

An important disadvantage is that the center of the mounting hole and the place under the grill do not coincide. This means that when installed with complete grills, they will look asymmetrical and clumsy.

Standard acoustics most often do not produce a rich sound and, when installed with their own grids, look poor.

Adjustment

This procedure is applied to several points on the Priora rear cover:

Hinged fit. These devices have a certain margin in the mounting holes in order to be able to adjust the position of the Priora trunk lid. It is adjusted using the loosened landing bolts, after which the fasteners are securely tightened and fixed.
Lock. The lock mechanism, which is held on by two bolts, has the same holes with a certain degree of freedom of movement. By moving it up and down, it is necessary to achieve a position in which the lock is activated with a slight pressure, and at the same time holds the lid without play.

Installing music

If you have a VAZ 2190 in the basic configuration (or Norma) with audio preparation, then installing music will entail the following steps:

Removing the radio cover - on the back side there are ISO connectors for power and speaker wires. You will have to run the wires to the rear speakers yourself if you plan to install an acoustic shelf, since from the factory the wires are routed only to the doors;
Installation of a 1-DIN radio (for 2-DIN you will have to farm, cutting out a jumper in the panel and looking for a suitable frame);
Finding and connecting the plug of the pre-installed antenna - often the antenna wire on the roof is lost under the ceiling trim and it turns out to be easier to install the antenna separately than to find the factory cable;
Pulling wires into the trunk to connect an amplifier, subwoofer and speakers installed in an acoustic shelf.
To install the amplifier, you will also need a separate power cable from the engine compartment directly from the battery terminal through a fuse.

Removing the jumper in the panel trim is mandatory when installing a 2-DIN GU. Installing an acoustic shelf entails dismantling it behind the back of the rear seat. The non-standard shelf will cover the ISOFIX mounts!

If your car does not have audio preparation, you will have to separate the power wires for the radio and the speaker wires in the door.