The VAZ 2103 model is a child of the 70s! The body of the “troika” is a five-seater sedan. This miracle was developed together with the Italian company Fiat. The “thunderstorm of the 70s” was released by the Volzhsky Automobile Plant. There was a model called Lada 1500. And it was produced under it in Sweden, France, and Finland.
At that time, this model really was the ultimate dream: comfortable, with increased noise insulation, thanks to the carpeted floor. In addition, its unique novelty consisted in a completely new device, namely the tachometer. The engine reached a speed of 100 km per hour in 16 seconds. Of course, now it will seem to you that I am mocking myself by boasting about such indicators. However, previously this indicator of dynamics was considered high.
The Lada was replaced by another, newer model only after 15 long years. In our school days, the Tolyatti VAZ 2103 was considered a luxury model. Let's peel this juicy fruit. Let's return the Troika to its original elegant look, reminiscent of our childhood.
Often, tuning the VAZ 2103 includes softening the echo of the cooperative period. That is, to “remove” excessive pomposity and “bells and whistles”. I came across incredible and extremely bold finishes on this model. about tuning the VAZ 2103 . your own tuning in your favorite . It would be nice for the experienced VAZ 2103 to be “modernized”.
When restoring the “shine” of a car, its original appearance, the driver must be attentive and sensitive. There will be, in its own way, “anti-tuning”. If there were no savvy enthusiasts, the Lada would have left the roads long ago. By the way, car pawn shops will gladly accept a “tuned” car. Despite the low driving characteristics, the “troika” has a mysterious and daring appearance. If only she had a more powerful engine...
Crazy DIYs
Amateur engineers have already played on the idea of some semblance of a tank in the form of a “troika”. Twelve wheels in a rim look intimidating. All-terrain vehicle from a small car. The multi-link driveshaft gives the car the thrill of a hungry racer. It’s funny, but for such a “thug” you will have to drag the gas tank along with you. And some spare parts along the way too.
Playing with the operation of the car suspension will not make the cross-country ability better than before. Parking a car will now become easier on curved slopes. The visibility will increase due to the rise, and the lowered rear of the VAZ 2103 will allow you to drive faster.
Power plant modernization
The easiest way to increase the power of the power unit is to replace the elements of the intake and exhaust systems with stock ones. The increase in “horses” is facilitated by the installation of a zero-resistance air filter and direct-flow exhaust.
A more complex option for engine tuning is to overhaul the engine using stock spare parts. It is possible to increase power by replacing the crankshaft, connecting rods, camshaft, cylinder head and other elements. The cost of such modernization starts from 15 thousand rubles.
A radical way of tuning an engine is to install a motor from a foreign car. Typically, a contract power unit is purchased for these purposes. The cost of such alterations starts from 60 thousand rubles.
Car exterior
You can simply paint and varnish the “troika”, and it will come to life like a phoenix. Painting your Lada glossy black may be enough.
Once you have decided, when tuning it is important to install a rigid suspension. This suspension allows you to feel the car rushing at high speed. Rigid stabilizers for lateral stability will reduce car roll.
Don't forget that your car tires should also be replaced. It is important to choose the right tires. Depending on the use and season, the choice should fall on the appropriate type of tread pattern.
Traction during acceleration will be increased if you change the vehicle's suspension clearance. Simply put, the front of the car needs to be lowered a little. This characteristic greatly affects cross-country ability. It is important not to overdo it here.
It has become fashionable to modernize the “eyes” of the car. By changing the shape of the headlights, you will decorate your usual look. You can dismantle the old suspension by replacing it with a sports one. The image will become even more beautiful. The sporty look of the updated car will attract the views of passers-by.
However, large details do not always look good. Narrow, oblong shapes are much better suited. Also, replacing the wipers can add a unique look. You can play by replacing color or shape.
Using several colors in tuning usually looks good only if there are no more than three. The body kit is shaped in the style of futurism and “hurray.” Don’t forget about the variety of interesting covers for the headlights and body of your “pet”.
It's a good idea to reshape the front of the car. You can play on the relief of large and small details.
When performing jewelry work on body parts, you first need to estimate the location of openings and devices. Sketch several options on a piece of paper and choose the one that aesthetically suits your idea. If you need to rearrange something, do it. We have already discussed how to remove the dashboard in the older model of a VAZ car.
Window tinting is also not uncommon. Many people are considering this option. It's convenient and comfortable. The sun does not blind, people in the car are almost invisible.
The jets of steam coming from the machine look extremely mesmerizing. To do this, you will need a tube and a can of air cleaner.
And finally, it suddenly happened that you are a brilliant unrecognized artist! Airbrushing is the cheapest and easiest way to reshape a car beyond recognition. You will emphasize your individuality and that of your car. All that remains is to decide on the theme of the drawing and sketch out a couple of sketches. Anything that your imagination can handle can be skillfully depicted on the hood or the entire body, on the doors of the car. However, if your kindergarten teachers didn’t even praise you for your drawings like the others. And your friends say that you are “like a chicken with its paw at night”... Then it is better to entrust this matter to professionals.
Don't forget about the "face" of your Lada. Now you are a plastic surgeon, and you have a scalpel in your hands! I mean "face expression" from the front. It creates a mood and tells about the thoughts of your car. Sad or funny - you choose.
Transformation of appearance
The tuning car stands out from the crowd precisely because of its appearance. From the outside, the interior is not particularly noticeable, and even more so, no one will guess about the manipulations that were performed on the engine. Therefore, external tuning often receives the most attention.
Body
If all the work under the hood is completed, you can begin to make external changes. One of the first thoughts that comes to car owners is painting the body. Regular paint is boring and inexpressive, but applying liquid rubber is a new word in the world of car styling. With the help of such a revolutionary material, you can not only highlight your car, but also protect the body from external influences.
Front and rear lights
Now you can start transforming the front optics. When choosing new “eyes”, you should not blindly pursue beauty; after all, headlights perform not only an aesthetic function, but are also responsible for safety on the road. So new devices must be powerful, demonstrate excellent performance in adverse weather conditions, not become covered with condensation and have a large operating reserve. Modern versions of automotive optics are attached using special clamps, so their installation is quick and does not even require the use of complex tools.
The rear optics should also not be left aside, since they also play a significant role in the overall picture. The market for automobile accessories and parts offers a wide range of tail lights and turn signals, which differ in shape, color, features, materials and, accordingly, cost. It's up to your imagination and capabilities.
You don’t have to spend money on buying new taillights, but try to transform the old ones. For example, repaint them in such a way that the light from the lanterns penetrates through the round space. Such a modification will look stylish and original, and the costs will be minimal.
Engine
Tuning the VAZ 2103 engine is the first thing that comes to mind. The engine is rather weak for modern requests. Features of the Zhiguli troika: separate brake drive, tachometer, rear brake pressure limiter in the hydraulic drive.
The flow sections of the channels are suitable for a not greatly increased volume. If you polish and bore the cylinder head and manifold channels, the increase will be 10 percent. That's not all. A cleverly chosen camshaft and a modified head will show more than 100 hp. With.
It is better to take the shaft from the bottom. Its phase should be up to 270. The valve lift should be greater. It is better to take the Estonian 1 camshaft for the lower parts. Or choose something with similar parameters.
It is better to replace the pistons with forged ones. Adjust valve timing. You can use a sports ignition system.
You can increase power:
- having modified the DAAZ-2107 OZONE, reaching the maximum speed in the gears. The pneumatic drive of the throttle valves of the two chambers must be converted to mechanical.
- GDS 1 camera - needs to be improved. The air damper will expand, the enrichment of the GDS will be adjusted.
You can install a sports camshaft. And you will be happy!
Perhaps convert the engine to an injector. This will cost a pretty penny. Typically kits are built similar to the Garrett GT17 turbine. To install this, you don’t have to modify the piston. But they blow up to ½ bar. In this situation, a classic compressor will be more rational.
By replacing the piston and installing the correct turboshaft with maximum lift, such a kit will give up to 1.2 bar and power >140 hp. With. True, all these “alterations” will cost more than the car itself...
You can also tune the luggage compartment! Why not arrange lighting in the trunk for your comfort? You can attach all sorts of universal nets for securing luggage and suitcases, for other rubbish that is usually lying around in the car. The net is attached using hooks and Velcro. It can withstand even a ten-liter canister of antifreeze. You can “stuff” the luggage compartment of your car with special hooks on which you can hang a suitcase with tools by the handle. It will also be useful to install a limiter for the trunk. This is suitable for securing car junk. So that it doesn't roll around in the luggage compartment. For active driving - you can't imagine anything better! Of course, it is also necessary to replace the trunk “floor”. You can refuse the spare tire by simply making a raised floor.
Compressor or turbine for the “six”
You can increase engine power by installing a compressor or turbine, but first you need to figure out what is required for this. First of all, you need to understand that, due to its design features, it is possible to install a turbine on a carburetor engine, but it is quite problematic. The nuances include both large material and time costs. The most important points to think about when equipping a car with a turbine are:
- Mandatory installation of an intercooler. This part is a kind of radiator, only the air is cooled in it. Since the turbine creates high pressure and the air is heated, it must be cooled to obtain the effect of the installation. If you don't use an intercooler, there will be an effect, but much less.
- Equipping a carburetor engine with a turbine is a dangerous undertaking. According to the experience of car owners who carry out such modifications, the exhaust manifold may “bang” and the hood will fly off. Since the intake principle on an injection engine is different, a turbine for this engine is a more preferable option, albeit an expensive one.
- Based on the second point, the third follows - it will be necessary to convert the engine into an injection one or install one.
Installing a turbocharger on a car requires large financial investments.
If you are not such an avid racing driver, then you should look towards the compressor, which has the following differences from the turbine:
- Does not develop high blood pressure.
- There is no need to install an intercooler.
- You can equip a VAZ carburetor engine.
To equip a VAZ 2106 with the unit in question, you will need a compressor kit - a kit that includes everything necessary for converting the engine (pipes, fasteners, supercharger, etc.).
The compressor kit for the “classic” consists of a supercharger and the necessary components for installation
The product is installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Interior tuning
Tuning the interior of a VAZ 2103 is exciting and fun. What you “stuff” your “car” with is up to you to decide. This must be conscious and thoughtful. Built-in audio system, speakers, on-board computer, navigator, etc. Now you are able to surround yourself with the interior you deserve. The most powerful stereo system will serve you even on a picnic or “party”, outdoors with friends. Music for modern man is of enormous importance. The cabin may now resemble a pilot's cabin or simply become a little more comfortable.
The first step is to carry out a number of measures to soundproof the interior. Ergonomic seats with multi-point belts will ensure a comfortable ride and safety for you and your passengers. It won’t be superfluous, since you have decided to tune, to reupholster the car’s interior. You can replace the skin with any other one that suits your taste.
Playing with colors: just change the interior coloring, for example, red. The interior will be transformed. You will always be in good shape and full of attention to the road. Now you won’t be afraid to fall asleep while driving on a long journey.
It is also necessary to replace the standard old lighting devices in the car. You can put neon or steroid lighting. This will be a great addition to your car showroom tuning.
Leather seats have always looked sophisticated and elegant, especially in a Soviet rear-wheel drive car. Anytime! You can also opt for flocking. For those who are still not in the know, I will explain. This is a modern type of interior design. If you want a velvet, velor or suede covering, then flocking will suit you perfectly. In addition to its aesthetic function, it also includes thermal insulation and noise absorption, protects against fire, and prevents condensation.
The steering wheel can be covered with fur, leather or leather substitute. The most practical option is to use a natural leather steering wheel cover, as it is less susceptible to abrasions. Fur trim has gone out of fashion, and in the summer you will curse your choice. By the way, there is even specialized literature that will tell you and show you with illustrations how to tune your VAZ 2103 car.
The legendary Zhiguli troika has appeared on wide cinema screens more than once. Only celebrities and wealthy people of that time could afford this beauty. But now everyone can afford a VAZ 2103. It is important to bring it into good condition both externally and in terms of technical characteristics. You will immediately fall in love with this legendary car. No matter how you decide to tune your car, know that it needs it and will be grateful to you.
As an addition, we share with you a fascinating video featuring the pride of the Russian automobile industry - the VAZ 2103 (the video shows a tuned version of the car):
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Alexander Stepanoff April 2, 2015
Published in: Russian cars
Tags: VAZ, Tuning, Tuning VAZ, chip tuning
Let's talk about VAZ 2103
The Troika makes external improvements in different ways. You can install an ultra-modern plastic bumper, equip the design with alternative optics with specialized elements that increase the aerodynamic properties of the car, and replace the wheels. You can see in the photo below the tuning of the Troika, which changed the car beyond recognition - some find a special chic in this.
It is also recommended to think about improving the parameters of the standard optics - you can work with it or replace it with something more modern and convenient. LED inserts into optics are one of the simplest and most popular approaches to making changes to the design of machine optics.
Inside the cabin, you can make the following changes - install sports seats instead of standard ones, and do the same with the steering wheel. If you also replace the upholstery and work on the dashboard, it will turn out to be very cozy.
Lowered VAZ 2103
See also:
Tuning the suspension of the VAZ 2107
What can be changed in the “Six”
If you have a Six, tuning can be done in various ways - it all depends on how much money, effort and time you are willing to spend on it. One of the simplest and most accessible means is airbrushing - many people do tuning of the VAZ 2106 using a creative approach and brighter colors.
Tuning a VAZ 2106 is done by changing the design of the car's hood, installing a new plastic body kit, and choosing alternative optics instead of standard ones.
There are very interesting and unusual solutions in this regard.
Tuning a VAZ 2106 car
The upholstery of a car can completely copy that of a limousine - for this, some owners choose velor or velvet.
The dashboard is designed in the same spirit - it looks unusual and vintage. It even has a small TV with a kinescope built into it. The sound system speakers are located above the driver.
We talked above about how optics can be improved - in the video you can see how it looks on the “Six”
See also:
Do-it-yourself tuning of VAZ-2170 Lada Priora
