Advantages and disadvantages of installing a spoiler on Kalina station wagon

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It is popular among drivers of domestic and foreign cars to install spoilers. They perform several functions:

• by changing the direction of movement of air masses, they ensure reliable clamping of the car’s wheels when driving at high speed or turning;
• are the subject of car decoration.

As for the Lada, spoilers are often installed on domestically produced car models such as hatchback, station wagon or sedan to give the car a sporty design style.

On the Lada Kalina (hatchback), the products are installed on the upper part of the luggage compartment lid, which improves aerodynamics.

Spoiler for Lada Kalina hatchback
Externally, it is a narrow panel that is slightly curved and redirects the air flow to an angle of about 30 degrees. Products are made from materials such as:

• ABS plastic. It is light and flexible, but becomes more fragile with use;
• silicone In particular, various polymer compounds are used, which are characterized by plasticity. They serve for a long time;
• fiberglass. Another name is fiberglass. Consists of glass fiber reinforced synthetic resins;
• aluminum, steel. Used to make “blades”. Sheet steel is used to produce the strut flap.

Spoiler made of ABS plastic

Types of products

The following tuning models can be found on the Lada Kalina or Lada Kalina 2 hatchback:

• "courage". Provides clamping force for increased maneuverability. It is located above the roof level, which reduces the likelihood of turbulence behind the car body. Capable of radically changing the appearance of the car. Made from ABS plastic;

Spoiler “Courage” for Lada Kalina

• "sport". Improves the aerodynamics of the car, harmoniously “fitting” into the interior. The working surface of the tuning element is curved. Made from polypropylene (PP) by injection molding;

Sport spoiler for Kalina 2 hatchback

• "stacey" It belongs to the highest types of tuning elements, introducing sporting features into the design of the Lada (hatchback). Secure with glue or sealant. Made from shockproof materials.

Spoiler “Stacy” for Kalina

Why do you need a spoiler for Kalina station wagon?

Installing a spoiler gives any car a stylish and modern look. The spoiler on the Kalina station wagon, as well as on the Lada Kalina hatchback, is not too difficult to install. This option is not provided in the basic configuration of the listed models. You can buy the part at any auto store or car market. The price will pleasantly surprise you, and the exterior of the Lada Kalina station wagon will noticeably improve.

When choosing a car, the Lada Kalina station wagon is most often compared with the Lada Kalina hatchback. They have many differences, but they also have similarities. And one of them is the absence of spoilers in the factory configuration. Kalina Sport is a more dynamic version, designed for a youth audience. In any of its configurations there is an element that changes the aerodynamics of the body. A sedan is rarely considered as a purchase option, although it is this model that has a large spoiler that looks most advantageous.

Installation tools and work features

To install the rear spoiler on a Lada you will need the following set of tools:

• screwdriver with a thin drill and a drill bit for studs;
• silicone-based sealant or glue;
• alcohol or white spirit to degrease the surface;
• mounting adhesive tape;
• 4 silicone rubber bands;
• 2 small washers;
• 2 wide washers;
• paint matching the color of the car;
• 2 short (compared to factory) studs;
• 4 nuts.

When working, you may need the help of one person.

A set of tools for installing a spoiler.
Features of attaching a spoiler include the need to drill 4 holes for “Kalina 2” (hatchback). Due to the fact that the roof of the model has a semicircular shape, the screws must be located at an angle. It is not possible to apply the product to the roof of a car due to the sale of models with built-in screws. For this reason, the work requires care and high precision when drilling holes in order to position the tuning element as evenly as possible.

What determines the choice of model

Depending on the functions that the spoiler on the Lada will perform, aerofoils are divided into decorative and aerodynamic. Lada Kalina station wagon or Lada Kalina hatchback, thanks to this element, becomes noticeable on the road, receives its own individuality, and in some cases, uniqueness. For decorative purposes, a plastic spoiler is most often used.

Kalina Sport and Lada Kalina hatchback have these. It will not withstand large aerodynamic loads, but this is not required of it. It should be borne in mind that incorrect installation of a decorative spoiler, even on a sedan, can, although slightly, affect the dynamic characteristics of the car.

In addition to plastic models, the middle price segment is occupied by aluminum models. You no longer have to worry about the strength of such an aerowing. But the installation, unlike a plastic one, will have to be done with bolts, with all the ensuing consequences in the form of holes in the roof or trunk. They are mainly suitable for installation on sedan and Kalina hatchback.

It is necessary to take into account that when installing such a spoiler on a Lada Kalina station wagon, you can forget about an automatic car wash. Access there will be closed. The expensive and elite segment of spoilers is represented by carbon fiber and carbon fiber. The price of such models can reach tens or even hundreds of thousands of rubles. If installed, then only on a sedan or Kalina hatchback.

For a budget Russian family car, this is too expensive an exterior item. Also included in the elite segment is this type of aerofoil called custom. These are models that are made in a single copy for a specific car and, as a rule, have a unique shape.

Only by answering the question of why to install a spoiler on a Lada Kalina station wagon or Lada Kalina hatchback can you make the right choice.

Installation process

The algorithm for performing work on installing products is as follows:

• Apply paper tape to the place where you drill the holes for installation. It is designed to prevent scratching of the paintwork on the door during fitting. You can also mark the drilling locations on it.
• Unscrew all the studs from the spoiler. Attach it to the edge of the trunk with the central fasteners (they are not removable). It is important to install the part at the boundary between the trunk door and the roof. Do not block the gap between the door and the roof, otherwise the installed product will touch the roof paintwork. Leave equal small gaps on the right and left.

• After fitting, remove the tuning element from the Lada Kalina and start drilling 2 holes in the center. After this, drill them out with a large drill to the size of the studs installed on the part. To prevent the drill from jumping off during operation, make indentations with a nail. Keep in mind that there are 3 layers of metal under the central studs, so when drilling after some time, check that the studs are placed correctly. After drilling through all the metal layers of the Kalina (hatchback), place the element on the body.
• In some cases, the center studs are too short to fit the nut onto. This problem is solved in this way: you drill out the bottom layer of metal of the car body with a diameter of 2 cm. Then tighten the studs using nuts onto the 2 layers of metal that you did not drill out.

Applying sealant to the spoiler

• Drilling holes for the studs on the left and right is not so difficult. They are removable, but the difficulty lies in their entry at an angle. Experts cannot agree on a specific angle for drilling holes, so you must determine the desired value by eye. If the holes are larger than intended, this will only help the spoiler fit more tightly.
• Paint the drilled holes to prevent discoloration.
• Wipe the surface of the trunk with degreaser.

Installing a spoiler on a car

• Place rubber bands at the location of the future fastener for a more durable fixation of the part. They will also prevent the body from being scratched. Then attach washers and screws to the appropriate places, 4 pieces of each fastener.
• Apply glue or sealant to the rear spoiler and attach it to the surface, taking into account the shape of the trunk of the Kalina (hatchback).

Author: Baranov Vitaly Petrovich

Education: secondary specialized. Specialty: car mechanic. Professional diagnostics, repair, maintenance of passenger cars of foreign production 2000-2015. Extensive experience working with Japanese and German cars.

Method of attaching a spoiler to Kalina 2

The following body types are now known: sedan, station wagon, hatchback, jeep, liftback and others. In fact, the location of the spoiler installation depends on them. Basically, it is attached to the rear of the car (door or roof). Its installation is determined by the shape, size and type of body. This can be done in three ways. In the first case, installation is carried out most traditionally - using bolts. However, this option is not very popular, since you have to drill into the car body.

Spoiler option for Kalina

The second method is to fix the spoiler with double-sided tape. It is suitable for attaching a small product. Some car enthusiasts prefer to replace it with sealant or glass glue.

Spoiler mounts

The third method involves installing this part of the body kit using brackets. It can only be used when the shape and clearance of the vehicle's rear cover allows it. For Lada Kalina 2, the first two mounting options are preferable.

As for the material, spoilers are often made of plastic, aluminum, fiberglass and polyurethane. All of them have certain technical and operational characteristics, so before purchasing this or that product, it is recommended to consult with specialists.

The shape of the spoiler is determined by the shape of the body. However, designers always surprise us with the most non-standard and original solutions that can make your car sophisticated and sometimes even aggressive.

Manufacturers

Let's look at the Lada Kalina car as an example, which spoiler is better to install so that it looks appropriate. You should start your choice by weeding out unsuitable options. For example, a lot depends on the car body (sedan, hatchback, station wagon). The mount for each body type will be completely different.

Spoiler SL — LADA KALINA

Next, determine the manufacturer. On the modern market, there are quite a few companies specializing in the manufacture of spoilers. You should immediately discard the option with Chinese manufacturers, since very often there are tuning parts that do not fit the mounting markings, and you have to finish them yourself, manually. Choose from domestic companies. The most popular manufacturers today: Aero-Sport, Classic, Courage, Kalina Sport, Lyon, SportActive, Sophie, Sniper, Albatross and Booster.

After analyzing the reviews, we can conclude that the Lada Kalina has more common spoilers from the Courage company. They are produced for both sedan, hatchback and station wagon bodies.

Types of spoilers

There are many spoiler options. There are almost flat ones, with rounded ones, thick ones with rounded ones, and oblong ones. You shouldn’t get too hung up on the aerodynamic properties of each of them. Kalina Universal does not participate in Formula 1. Just be guided primarily by your understanding of the external beauty of the car and prices.

The Kalina spoiler comes in plastic, aluminum and carbon fiber.

Plastic is the most inexpensive option (in terms of price and installation). This is actually a decorative spoiler, and it will not withstand high loads. However, these are unlikely to happen.

In terms of installation, it should be noted that the above method is just for a plastic spoiler. Aluminum and carbon fiber, firstly, are heavier, and secondly, they are designed for more severe loads and are mounted with bolts or brackets. As a rule, they are installed on a hatchback.

Pros and cons of the spoiler on the Lada Kalina station wagon

The advantages that the Lada Kalina spoiler gives are listed above: appearance and minor improvements in the aerodynamic qualities of the car at speed.

The disadvantages include costs, since the Lada Kalina is not an expensive car, however, any tuning for it, in general, can be considered impractical. The only exception is chip tuning. On Kalina 2, installing a spoiler is already more reasonable. The price is higher and the motor is more powerful.

Another disadvantage is that a car with a spoiler cannot be cleaned in automatic car washes. Even with a bolt-on mounting there is a risk of breakage, and even more so with adhesive mounting (and these are the ones that are mostly installed on station wagons).

Rear spoiler for Lada Kalina (hatchback)

• Types of products
• Installation tools and work features
• Installation process

It is popular among drivers of domestic and foreign cars to install spoilers. They perform several functions:

• by changing the direction of movement of air masses, they ensure reliable clamping of the car’s wheels when driving at high speed or turning;
• are the subject of car decoration.

As for the Lada, spoilers are often installed on domestically produced car models such as hatchback, station wagon or sedan to give the car a sporty design style.

On the Lada Kalina (hatchback), the products are installed on the upper part of the luggage compartment lid, which improves aerodynamics.

Externally, it is a narrow panel that is slightly curved and redirects the air flow at an angle of about 30 degrees. Products are made from materials such as:

• ABS plastic. It is light and flexible, but becomes more fragile with use;
• silicone In particular, various polymer compounds are used, which are characterized by plasticity. They serve for a long time;
• fiberglass. Another name is fiberglass. Consists of glass fiber reinforced synthetic resins;
• aluminum, steel. Used to make “blades”. Sheet steel is used to produce the strut flap.

Spoiler made of ABS plastic