Tuning VAZ 21099: 10 ways to breathe new life into your car

Today, car tuning has become quite popular. Domestic cars, which are commonly called classics, are most often subject to modernization. A car like the VAZ-21099, which is popularly nicknamed the “ninety-ninth,” is no exception.

We cannot ignore the fact that the cost of tuning a car of this brand will not be very high. This is because most improvements can be made using available tools and creativity. But even if the necessary parts have to be purchased in specialized stores, the unusual interior design, as well as the updated characteristics of the VAZ car, can well recoup the investment.

Experts' opinion

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It is recommended to carry out work to change the interior in stages. This is due to the fact that with such an approach, from implementing simple to complex ideas, you can gradually make the car completely different. However, you need to take into account that you need to take into account the sequence of work: first we replace what is below, and then what is installed on top of it. Victor

When changing the interior of a vehicle, it is quite important to initially create an action plan that will contain all the stages. This is due to the fact that with this approach it is possible to eliminate the possibility of redoing work already done

For example, if the interior is insulated, then it must be done first, and along the way, replace the dismantled interior elements: the front dashboard, trim elements, and so on.

What can you say about “Nine”

Tuning a VAZ 21099 with your own hands
Despite its age, the “Nine” still remains one of the most popular cars in the vastness of our country. This is explained by the fact that, at a low cost, it is quite simple and unpretentious. This model was developed by the Volzhsky Automobile Plant in collaboration with the world famous German concern Porsche, which had a very positive effect on its characteristics.

“I’m a Robot” body kit for VAZ 2109

For such cars, tuning allows you to remove all the shortcomings that are typical of some products of the domestic automobile industry, and emphasize or add something useful.

The airbrushing mentioned above also looks very impressive - the main thing here is that the sense of taste is at the level of your imagination.

Photo of VAZ 2109 with airbrushing

Alloy wheels are not only a means to improve the exterior of a car, but also an opportunity to provide a more comfortable ride. Such discs can be chrome-plated, nickel-plated or beautifully painted.

And just as in the previous case, you can think about installing an aerodynamic body kit made of plastic, polystyrene foam or polyurethane foam. Here, start from your own imagination, but do not forget about the performance characteristics.

On a VAZ 2109 car, you can change the door opening mechanism, which looks very impressive and unusual among domestic brands.

Lambo doors for VAZ 2109

Experts say that it is somewhat difficult to trick the front optics - here you can limit yourself to installing “eyelashes” or angel eyes. However, on the VAZ 2109, tuning the headlights can be done simply by installing alternative optics. Today on sale you can find a wide selection of interesting options with which you can tune the VAZ 2109.

Beautiful tuning VAZ-2109

And the rear lights are completely subject to change - on the VAZ 2109 this kind of tuning is very common.

Tuning car interiors VAZ 2109

There are possible options that differ from the usual ideas about taillights, as we see in the photo below.

Rear lights for VAZ 2109

On VAZ 2109 cars, interior tuning looks the same as on other models - you can try to do something interesting with the front panel and instrument panel.

Also pay attention to how the interior colors are selected - as a rule, this is a combination of two colors that combine well with each other. If you are installing a music system, part of the acoustics can be hidden in the trunk - in the video below we see an example of such an arrangement

If you are installing a music system, part of the acoustics can be hidden in the trunk - in the video below we see an example of such an arrangement.

On VAZ 2109 cars, tuning has a huge number of options - your ideas will largely depend on your imagination, as well as the amount of effort and finances that you are willing to spend for this.

Trunk tuning

Typically, car owners install a powerful speaker system in the trunk of a VAZ 21099. An LCD panel is installed along with it, which is mounted on the inside of the trunk lid. The panel is equipped with a special mechanism that extends it when the trunk is opened. These tuning options look impressive, but they have a serious drawback: you will have to give up loading various things into the trunk, since there will be very little space left in it.

An acoustic system and a retractable LCD panel are installed in the trunk of the VAZ 21099

There are also less radical tuning options. For example, installing neon lighting on the trunk shelf.

Engine

Engine for a VAZ 2109 car: characteristics, repair and tuning

Without modifying the power unit, tuning the VAZ 2109 is absolutely unthinkable. In this case, it is recommended to contact a certified service station.

Serious engine rework involves a whole range of actions. Usually the goal is one of 2 results:

1. Getting a return of 98 hp. With. and acceleration to 183 km/h;
2. Sports option.

Getting a return of 98 hp. With. and acceleration to 183 km/h

To do this, the following parts are installed:

• lightweight connecting rods 121 mm;
• lightweight crankshaft with a piston stroke of 78 mm;
• forged pistons (diameter 82.5 mm);
• lightweight piston rings;
• 11.3mm camshaft;
• Cylinder head from Lada Kalina.

Sports option

In this case, lightweight components are installed: flywheel, crankshaft, pistons and connecting rods. In addition, installation of oil nozzles, a new gearbox, clutch, copper radiator, contactless ignition system, and a sports muffler will be required.

In addition, VAZ 2109 engines are often bored to increase volume, and an upgraded generator and thermostat are installed. The injection system offers several methods:

• installation of a new Solex carburetor;
• installation of 2 carburetors;
• conversion of the carburetor power system into an injection system.

The last option is quite expensive and labor-intensive, so not everyone implements it.

Chip tuning has also not been canceled. However, under the hood of the VAZ 2109 there is an atmospheric engine, from which, in principle, it is impossible to achieve a serious increase in power. But it is quite possible to make the engine less voracious and more flexible, but only with a competent tuner.

The most radical solution is to install a turbine and intercooler, which implies large and serious modifications.

Steering wheel and its tuning

All experts and professionals believe that the safest is the stock steering wheel of the vehicle. It is this wheel that was developed by the manufacturer and it is this wheel that has passed the necessary tests in accordance with the design of the car. As a last resort, it is recommended to replace the steering wheel with a wheel from the same manufacturer, a newer model. In particular, comfortable and “grippy” steering wheels from the VAZ 2115, etc. are perfect for the VAZ 2109. On the other hand, if the owner wants more, then you can always purchase any “steering wheel” on the market, both from a renowned manufacturer and a steering wheel handicraft wheel.

Still, as mentioned above, the best option is to install a standard steering wheel with braiding, which we will analyze carefully. Needless to say, this steering wheel looks great and feels very comfortable in your hands, thanks to the increased thickness of the rim.

Braid

A leather steering wheel always looks amazing. It is always pleasant to the touch, looks presentable and expensive. In addition, the leather “breathes,” so to speak, which affects comfort while holding the steering wheel on long trips. Let's start wrapping the steering wheel with leather ourselves (this procedure is very expensive for craftsmen):

• First, we cover the steering wheel with cling film to make a stencil.

• We wrap paper or better masking tape over the film.
• Draw the seams with a marker on the tape.
• We cut the tape along the markings, doing it very carefully.
• We remove the stencils, of which there are three.
• Cut out patterns from paper.
• In the leather blank, in places where seams are provided, add 5 mm (along the perimeter of the steering wheel rim, on the contrary, remove 2 mm).
• We sew the leather together, leaving a minimum amount of thread behind the seam, and cut off the rest.
• We sew a seam around the perimeter of the resulting workpiece.

Note. It is best to sew with synthetic threads, which provide strength and proper quality.

• We apply the leather blank to the steering wheel.

Note. To reduce the effect of protruding seams on the front side, grooves can be cut into the steering wheel underneath them.

• We thread the thread, like a lace in a shoe, using a needle.
• We pass the thread through the eyelets of the seams on different sides of the braid.

Note. It is not at all necessary to use glue, since the tightened braid is already securely fixed.

• We fix the thread at the end of the procedure.
• We put all the removed parts and elements back in place.

Classification of ongoing improvements

How to connect a new instrument panel to the Lada Priora and Kalina

Before carrying out work, attention should be paid to the classification of modifications

It is conditional, but it determines what results should be achieved. Carry out interior tuning to solve the following problems:

• To increase the comfort of being in the car while driving. This group includes work that is related to improving insulation, heating systems, installing new seats, and so on. Note that the insulation of the car interior, which is done at the factory, is very ineffective. Therefore, even with the installation of additional equipment, it is practically impossible to increase comfort in a car in which strong hum and noise while driving is a constant phenomenon.
• Achieving an attractive, aesthetic appearance. The interior design of the car in question is, roughly speaking, unattractive: straight lines, square shapes, terrible quality of the materials used, and so on. In order to make the cabin pleasant and comfortable, modernization should be carried out aimed at changing the design. An example is the installation of new panels, seats, instrument panel and other elements.

Sidebar: Important: Almost all work that involves changing the interior of a vehicle can be done independently. In most cases, you do not need to have special tools with you - as a rule, a standard driver’s kit is quite enough

Let's talk about the Eight

At one time, the Eight made a real splash when it appeared on the domestic automobile market - the progressive sports-type design and performance characteristics of these cars created a lot of noise among car enthusiasts. Today this model has already been discontinued, but you can buy an “Eight” in pretty good condition.

Car tuning usually starts with installing new wheels and working on the suspension. Therefore, when tuning a VAZ 2108, you can install forged or cast wheels, which will look beautiful and make the car’s ride softer and more comfortable.

A lowered suspension will make the car sit more squat - it looks very impressive and goes well with the overall sporty style of the car. However, keep in mind that country trips will now not be as accessible as before - off-road driving with such a low seating position is fraught with trouble.

Lowered suspension on the VAZ 2108

The original door opening design will give the Eight a resemblance to an expensive foreign car. In addition, you can install a new streamlined body kit with improved aerodynamic properties. It’s easy to make – you can use fiberglass and epoxy resin. Some people successfully use polyurethane foam or polystyrene foam.

An interesting way of painting a car or airbrush decides a lot - with their help you can create quite bright images that will attract the attention of others.

The bumper design can be borrowed from more experienced colleagues, or you can develop it yourself if you believe in your design abilities.

Tuning car "Eight"

When designing a body kit, also think about a new radiator grille - you can come up with something more stylish and functional. Make sure that the engine receives adequate cooling, but that the space under the hood is not clogged with excessive amounts of dirt and dust flying through the grille that is too large.

Tuning a VAZ 2108 usually includes working with optics - it not only changes the visual perception of the front and rear of the car, but also illuminates the road better when driving at night. Thus, we can say that the new optics are the guarantor of your safety on the road at night. Today you can purchase tuned headlights of various types or make changes to the standard lights of your car.

The taillights can also be slightly adjusted, as you can see in the photo below.

Tuning rear lights for VAZ 2108

The interior of the cabin is important, because this is where the driver and passengers are located - they should be pleasant and comfortable being inside the car.

New, more comfortable seats, steering wheel and instrument panel are a guarantee that the driver will get real pleasure from driving and will get tired behind the wheel much more slowly.

Tuned interior VAZ 2108

The devices can be installed in the way that is most convenient for you - there are different options.

Naturally, many people install a multimedia center with powerful acoustics in the cabin - music during the road relieves boredom and greatly lifts the mood. Sometimes there are very interesting solutions in this regard - the photo below shows a car whose driver clearly never gets bored.

Tuning the interior of a VAZ 2108 car

The old “nine” is one of those cars that are constantly being tuned and modernized. The reason for this is that this car is cheap and light, both in weight and in design. Every month, more than 20 thousand car enthusiasts wonder what VAZ 2109 tuning is and what they “eat” it with.

You can start tuning the car's driving performance. Usually they start with the brakes, then they get to the suspension box, and then the engine. This is mainly done in order to show that the native “nine” is still capable of something. Many people only change the appearance of the car: body, optics, etc. Most people do this to show off and give the car some personality.

There are also car enthusiasts who tune a car solely for self-satisfaction, that is, they use interior tuning in a VAZ 2021 car. However, once you start changing something in the VAZ 2109, you will no longer be able to stop and will work on all aspects of the car, since it lends itself very well to this. Next, we will analyze the most common tuning options separately.

Appearance tuning

The appearance of the VAZ 21099 is very far from ideal. Therefore, car owners have been trying to improve it for as long as this car has existed.

Installing the rear spoiler

This is the first thing that the owner of a VAZ 21099 thinks about. The spoiler is installed on the trunk of the car. Its influence on the aerodynamic qualities of the body is minimal, and this part serves solely to improve the appearance of the car.

There are many spoilers available on the market in a variety of materials, from steel and carbon fiber to polyurethane foam. The choice here is limited only by the thickness of the car owner’s wallet. Some drivers prefer to make spoilers themselves. But the quality of such homemade products often leaves much to be desired.

Replacing rims

Initially, the VAZ 21099 is equipped with steel wheels, which have a number of disadvantages. Firstly, they are quite heavy, which affects both the inertia and controllability of the car. Secondly, their appearance is not beautiful.

Therefore, drivers prefer to replace steel wheels with alloy wheels. They are light and beautiful. And their main drawback is increased fragility. Where the steel disc bends, the light alloy disc will crack, after which it can only be thrown away.

Tuning rear view mirrors

Most often, additional protective plastic covers are mounted on standard rear-view mirrors. In some cases, they are repainted to match the color of the car. You can purchase them at any specialized car tuning store. A mirror with such an overlay and the car body look like a single whole.

The second option is also possible: installing side mirrors from other, more modern VAZ models. Typically, drivers prefer to install adjustable mirrors from Granta or Vesta.

Bumpers, wheel arches and sills

Specialized stores today sell body kits for almost any car, and the VAZ 21099 is no exception. Thresholds, wheel arches, rear and front bumpers can be sold individually or in sets. The most popular manufacturers are ATT, AVR, ZESTLINE. The cost of a bumper from these manufacturers starts from 4 thousand rubles.

Automatic chassis tuning

As for the transmission, there are not many options. You should definitely avoid cutting the springs to reduce the ground clearance. Many people perform this procedure specifically to improve their “sporty” appearance, but in reality such cars look, at least, strange. It is better to simply replace the springs with stronger ones, for example, from the Ford concern. If possible, shock absorbers are also changed.

All that remains is to modernize the wheels, replacing, for example, wheel rims, increasing the permissible tire diameter recommended by the manufacturer. There are no specific rules for tuning here, and everything is done based on the preferences of the car owner.

Naturally, any upgrades can be made only if you have the ability to work with such equipment. But there should be no problems here, since in terms of mechanics, the “ninety-nine” is extremely simple and is no different from the popular “Tavria” or “Fiat Uno”. On average, you will have to spend from 15 to 60 thousand rubles on all this, depending on what will be modernized.

You should not refuse to replace the engine with an injector, install a spoiler, or decorative body elements. This is what will give maximum results with minimal investment.

How to increase comfort in the VAZ 21099 interior?

When considering how you can increase the comfort of staying in a car, we note the following points:

1. It all starts with insulation improvements. The vehicle in question has ineffective standard insulation. This moment determines that the car is cold in winter, hot in summer, the interior takes a long time to heat up, and a constant hum is heard when driving. The situation can be changed by insulating the body. You can do this work yourself using available tools and special materials. However, some materials can be found at very low prices. Note that any major tuning is not complete without changing the interior of the vehicle

Therefore, we recommend that you pay attention to this method of increasing the comfort of staying in a car and examine the issue in more detail.

2. In addition, do not forget about the constant squeaking and crickets, which make long-distance movement almost unbearable. It is worth considering that even high-quality insulation does not solve the problem, since it does not come from the outside, but from the inside. Unreliable fastening of panels, cheap plastic and many other reasons lead to the problem. This can be solved by sealing the voids, for example, with the same insulating material, and checking all connections. Over time, the bolts and screws become loose and the fastening weakens, which leads to noise and squeaking.

3. In order to make the car comfortable in winter, a new stove is installed, which will heat the interior faster than the standard one. The new stove is installed quite simply, the main thing is to connect it correctly. However, in some cases, it is possible to increase the degree of heating of the car interior only after improving the cooling system, since the supplied air is heated by the liquid that cools the engine.

4. A fairly popular way to increase comfort in a vehicle interior is to install high-quality acoustics. At the same time, such a modification can be fully appreciated only with high-quality insulation of the body. Despite the fact that such tuning is carried out quite often, only a few perform it well. There are quite a few problems with connecting acoustics. To begin with, you should remember that truly high-quality sound can only be achieved by placing several speakers around the perimeter of the body. This way you can achieve a surround sound effect.

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The next point that it is recommended to pay attention to is the seats. Just a few years ago, tuning consisted only of using new covers

However, the seats of modern cars are significantly different from those installed on the VAZ. We are talking about supports: lateral, lumbar, and so on. There are tuning kits that allow you to replace seats with minimal changes to the vehicle interior. They are created specifically for a specific car, which simplifies the installation process.

6. Also, comfort for the driver can be increased by installing backlighting on the front dashboard buttons, an additional element for controlling the main systems, for example, music. Recently, almost all cars have been equipped with steering wheels with buttons that allow you to make certain settings without being distracted from the road. Such a modification is quite difficult to implement, but quite feasible.

7. Don’t forget about the various pockets, drawers, and compartments that can be used to store necessary things. For example, we can mention that quite often a special holder for a mobile phone is glued to the windshield. It significantly reduces the view from the driver's seat, which can cause an accident. The problem can be solved by creating a special place to mount a mobile phone. The most attractive modification would be the creation of such a place with the possibility of simultaneous recharging.

As you can see from the list above, there are quite a lot of ways to implement the task of increasing the comfort of staying inside a car. Some are simple and inexpensive to implement, while others require more expensive interventions.

External transformation

The visual transformation of this car model is quite multifaceted and the final version directly depends on the thickness of your wallet and the image you are striving for.

Alloy wheels

Alloy wheels are not only about keeping up with modern trends. Their installation allows you to achieve the following:

1. The load on the suspension units is significantly reduced due to the lower weight of the discs.
2. Compared to stamped wheels, cast wheels have a more regular geometry. This feature affects comfort and makes the ride smoother.
3. Tires wear out more evenly, and their overall service life increases.

Bumper

Upgrading the bumper can radically transform the appearance of the iron horse, and this can be done in several ways:

1. The use of special overlays, which serve mostly a purely decorative function.
2. Creating a unique model using epoxy resin, foam and sanding materials. The most difficult thing in this method is to create the correct proportions and achieve symmetry. The presence of a creative component plays an important role.
3. Purchasing a ready-made tuned version of a bumper, a sports version or a bumper from another model.

Hood

Since you have a flat and level hood at your disposal, the field of activity opens up wide. It is enough to arm yourself with putty, a welding machine and a grinder, and you can transform an ordinary hood into a real work of automotive art with air intakes and gills. Tinsmith skills will help you achieve a specific non-trivial configuration, so it would be nice to have them.

Trunk

In the case of modifying the luggage compartment without imagination, the process will be slow and unproductive. The configuration options are too numerous, but the most common is the installation of acoustics. Another option is to install an LCD panel on the inner area of ​​the trunk lid. Due to a special mechanism, it can be pulled out when the compartment is opened.

By giving preference to such modernization measures, you should prepare for the fact that you are sacrificing extra space for tools and things.

Optics

Optical tuning is often completed on special headlight covers before it even begins. A more significant result can be obtained by using LED strips. Halogen headlights fall into the category of practical options.

Tuning the VAZ 21099 engine

The domestic auto industry offers 2 options for upgrading the VAZ 21099 engine:

• Carburetor improvement
• Injector flashing

In the first case, it is necessary to carry out simple actions aimed at improving the fuel supply system through a mechanical unit - a carburetor:

• Installing an advanced modification of the throttle body or diffuser. It is advisable to install samples with larger markings than standard ones
• Removing the spring from the throttle valve actuator in the primary chamber

Such tuning of the carburetor on the VAZ 21099 will increase the air flow, allow the engine to breathe, increase its power and dynamic characteristics.

In case of reflashing the VAZ 21099 injector settings, you need to buy and install a special unit - a controller. This device carries software that will increase power, torque and dynamics. So, tuning the VAZ 21099 engine with an injector is simply carried out.

Helpful advice

Conducted studies show that you should not chase expensive devices; they are ineffective and are often inferior in terms of power and dynamics to controllers with standard programs.

From all of the above, we can conclude that chip tuning of the VAZ 21099 engine does not provide an impressive increase in the technical characteristics of the power unit. Therefore, you should not waste money on this operation.

Regarding direct intervention in the VAZ 21099 engine systems, there is no need for them. The designers turned out to be surprisingly successful with the family of these engines. As standard, they have good dynamic performance and are fast enough for the highway and urban conditions. You can save money on this, but if you plan to participate in sports competitions, the following operations will not interfere:

• Replacing standard valve guides with bronze ones
• Installation of lightweight valves
• Modernization of the engine intake and exhaust systems - installation of advanced modifications of the manifolds
• Turbocharged engine. At the same time, do not forget about installing a valve to relieve excess pressure and turbocharged pistons with a “puddle” volume of 16.5 to 20 cm3
• To increase the service life of units and moving parts of the engine, a crankcase gas catcher should be installed. It will eliminate destructive carbon deposits on the surface of spare parts.

Carrying out all of the above actions will be a useful school for those who want to learn the versatility of tuning with their own hands.

Conclusion. It is possible and necessary

Of course, the VAZ-21099 will not become a Mercedes even after the most serious and expensive tuning. However, you can significantly improve the performance and convenience of this car with your own hands, and without spending mind-boggling amounts of money. Therefore, the decision to carry out tuning is very justified. You just need to decide on the improvement strategy, choose the most suitable options by looking at VAZ 21099 tuning photos on the Internet or in thematic magazines, and calculate all expenses in advance so as not to go too far beyond the budget.

Modernization of the VAZ 21099 engine

Tuning a VAZ 21099 with your own hands should start with the engine. The ideal option is to install an injector. Here it is better to simply purchase a ready-made version and install it yourself. Fortunately, at flea markets you can now easily buy assembled engines, and not necessarily made by VAZ. Motors from the same Fiat, for example, are quite easily installed in the engine compartment.

What will such car tuning give? Firstly, fuel economy, and secondly, more uniform wear of power unit parts. And then you can start installing the on-board computer. Despite the fact that the manufacturer does not provide such equipment, there are a lot of options for upgrading electronics. For example, on the Lada 21099 it is quite possible to install automatic equipment from the “ten”, and thanks to the open software for the on-board computer, it can be reflashed without any problems, “making friends” with the new car.

And this, in turn, provides another opportunity to carry out a unique modernization - chip tuning, which involves making adjustments to the operation of the engine without mechanical changes. At home, doing this is not so difficult, having only a cable for connecting to the on-board computer (the so-called “patch”), a laptop or computer with a free COM port. Before performing chip tuning of the VAZ 21099 with your own hands, you should create a backup copy of the native firmware. If something goes wrong, you can return everything to its place and try to make adjustments again. The main thing is that it is absolutely free and does not require any investment.

You can also reconfigure the carburetor with the engine. This option is ideal for those cases if you plan to upgrade the “factory” engine, without electronics. The last tuning method is to artificially increase the volume of the combustion chamber, which also entails increased fuel consumption. But at the same time, the engine power increases dramatically, as does the heat generated during driving. That is, you will have to take care of increasing the volume of the radiator.

Why do tuning?

First, let's figure out what carburetor tuning is done.

With proper modification you can:

1. Increase engine power. 2. Significantly reduce fuel consumption.

Quite often they modify the carburetor with their own hands precisely to increase the power of the installed engine.

In a similar way, you can add several dozen horses, which will allow you to feel more confident when overtaking, starting from a traffic light, or when climbing a hill.

Transmission

Tuning a VAZ 21099 with your own hands at home cannot be called complete if you have not changed the behavior of the car by upgrading the gearbox of a domestic sedan. It is enough to replace the traditional row of shafts, after which the acceleration dynamics will improve due to a change in the gear ratio. In practice this will appear as smoother movements. If the gear ratios are selected correctly, the load on the motor can also be reduced. Such manipulations will result in a 7% increase in fuel consumption. In addition to the shafts, you will also have to replace the driven gear of the box and the secondary shaft. You should not take full responsibility if you have not previously had experience in carrying out such work. It is better to carry out the replacement under the supervision of a person who is more knowledgeable in this matter.

Visual tuning of the “ninety-nine”

Tuning the interior is generally very simple, since many domestic companies produce entire series of body elements for cars, which differ from those proposed by the manufacturer.

To save money, you should start by installing a spoiler (wing), thresholds (skirt), and decorative elements such as air intakes (they do not necessarily have to actually perform their stated function). The hood, doors, wings - this will already be a second-order tuning for 99 (if you have enough money).

Replacing factory optics also plays an important role in modernizing the body. There are a lot of options offered by component manufacturers. Naturally, if you do the tuning yourself, you need to pay attention only to those headlights that will fit into the housing of the old headlights. Or you can do it even simpler - just replace the lighting elements (with halogen ones, for example).

Many people still do exhaust pipe tuning. There are several options here:

• installation of a wider exhaust;
• adding a second pipe (you can even “false”);
• installation of a “knob” with a widened mouth, which will give a more “aggressive” sound of the engine.

The last option is the cheapest and most accessible. And after all this, you can also replace the hood and paint the car (using rubber paint or aqua print).

Tuning the interior of a VAZ 21099 with your own hands is not difficult.

You should start with replacing the seats (both front and rear) and, if financially possible, also tackle the upholstery and rework the dashboard.

We should not forget about sound insulation by installing special “pillows” in absolutely all cracks. It will not be possible to modernize the interior of the VAZ 21099 with your own hands and at home.

It seems that the main motive that guides the VAZ 21099 driver when planning tuning his car is the desire to combine business with pleasure. Broken, cracked or scratched bumpers, a “dead” engine, a gearbox humming like a tractor; tattered upholstery, the seats are far from fresh... That is, a similar situation is with the tuning of the VAZ 2109.

Bumper tuning for VAZ 21099

One of the fundamental points of tuning the VAZ 21099 is improving the bumpers. Recycling them radically changes the appearance of the car. There are several ways to upgrade bumpers:

• Installing a bumper from another model or purchasing a sports, tuning version specifically for the VAZ 21099
• Manufacturing an exclusive model using construction foam, epoxy resin, and grinding materials. The complexity of this method is the derivation of symmetry and the creation of proportions. It also requires creativity
• The easiest way to modify it is with bumper covers for the VAZ 21099. But they are more of a decorative element and are used to create a complete, harmonious composition

Tuning the lighting system

First of all, drivers change the standard incandescent lamps in their headlights to LED ones, since they last at least 5 years and consume less energy. In addition, LED lamps turn on faster and are very ergonomic. Some go even further and install not LED, but xenon lamps.

But you need to be careful with them: the light flux is very powerful. You can easily blind oncoming drivers. Therefore, fans of xenon lamps often darken the optics in the headlights with a special tinting varnish sprayed from a can. The main requirement for this composition is that it must be resistant to high temperatures.

Instrument panel tuning

There are two types of them - pointer and electronic.

Most leave much to be desired. There are a huge number of options for modernizing them. There are 3 options for the original panels of the VAZ 2109: low, high and euro. As practice shows, all of them are unsuitable for effective tuning. You can put electronics there (speakers, on-board computer). In principle, the low panel does not provide space for an on-board computer, but there is a global tuning element underneath it - a solid profile top trim. The interior design is being transformed very successfully.

Quartz watches in black plastic significantly increase the level of internal comfort. It is easy to install. If the work is done conscientiously, then nothing will rattle or rattle. In addition, there will be an additional box next to the passenger. But there is one difficulty: before installation it is necessary to dismantle the instrument panel trim. At the same time, one of the well-known inconveniences of the low panel of the “nines” is eliminated: the gap above the instrument panel no longer glares onto the windshield, and while driving there is no need to cover the source of glare with fabric.

Suspension is an important stage of tuning

The standard suspension of the VAZ-21099 causes a lot of criticism. Quite simple and not expensive to maintain, it does not provide the proper level of comfort of movement, especially on our far from ideal roads. For speed lovers, the standard characteristics of the VAZ suspension also do not look particularly suitable, since they do not provide the necessary composure and controllability of the car. Therefore, work aimed at improving the quality of the suspension is a very necessary stage of tuning.

Photos showing the VAZ 21099 tuning often demonstrate some “elevation” of the body of the car that has undergone modifications. This occurs as a result of replacing standard shock absorber sets with ones that are more suitable for operating conditions. Most often, gas-filled shock absorbers, mono-tube or double-tube, are used. They are somewhat stiffer than standard ones, significantly increase the stability and controllability of the car and last longer - these differences are widely known. Much less known is the fact that gas-filled shock-absorbing devices have a positive effect on the braking process, especially at high speed, without increasing tire wear.

When choosing improved shock absorbers, it is worth ensuring full compliance with the overall dimensions. There are special tables for the interchangeability of shock-absorbing devices, information from which will help you purchase the most suitable units.

Replacing springs is an equally important stage of work, because these parts work together with shock absorbers, and incorrect selection of springs can negate all the advantages of gas-filled devices. The most rational option would be to install springs with progressive performance characteristics. The variable coil pitch of such springs ensures the stability of their stiffness under different load conditions. Thus, both an empty and a loaded car will be equally soft while driving.

Setting up the carburetor on a VAZ-2109

Design and adjustment of the OZONE VAZ 2107 carburetor

Both partial adjustment and complete adjustment of the carburetor on the VAZ-2109 can be done quite simply. If these steps are performed correctly enough, then there is a high probability that most of the above problems will be eliminated.

By the way, you can adjust or tune the carburetor on this car yourself. This is necessary in order to save significant money that will be required to perform this action at the service center. It is much more convenient to carry out this work independently if you have an assistant next to you. In this way, you will also be able to save wasted time.

Before you begin adjusting the carburetor, you need to prepare. To do this you should:

• ensure a constant flow of fresh air in the room where the carburetor will be adjusted or adjusted;
• place the car in a horizontal position;
• prepare rags that do not leave lint behind;
• get a flat-head screwdriver;
• Prepare cleaning products. In the worst case scenario, it could be gasoline. But it is best to use compressed air.

Tuning the dashboard of VAZ 2109

Every second car enthusiast, who is the proud owner of a Nine and other cars, has always wanted to do something with the dashboard. Of course, there is more than enough desire there, green lights, square shapes and sad arrows, even driving is boring. I'll tell you how to easily fix this!

Materials

In addition to the VAZ 2109 dashboard itself, prepare for tuning:

• soldering iron;
• insert into the dashboard (it should be transparent, that is, the numbers and the entire scale from the inside);
• ultraviolet light bulb;
• wires (not power);
• light bulbs with sockets - 8 pcs. (same as in the dashboard itself, not LEDs);
• Super glue;
• fluorescent marker.

Step 1

. We disassemble the panel, remove the glass and the black plastic around it. Carefully remove the arrows and the standard insert. If there are no holes in the new insert, make them. I advise you to make the holes for the arrows a little larger than those of the standard escutcheon in order to avoid the arrows “sticking”. It will be practically invisible, but you will save yourself from unnecessary work.

Step 2

. We remove the standard backlight, pick it out, but do not break the plastic too much, and take out the board with the light bulbs from there. Remember the place where it was connected, we will connect the neon to the same place.

Step 3

. We take a neon light bulb, carefully glue it to the panel on top instead of the standard backlight, and glue the plastic protection on top that previously had light bulbs on it. We check that this entire structure does not fall off, and next to the top we attach the neon control unit, using glue or double-sided tape.

Step 4

. Next, we connect it to where the standard backlight was before. It is very important to observe polarity; it should be written on the board where is plus and where is minus. If there are no marks, then we do everything empirically.

We connect all the connectors in the car to the panel, turn on the dimensions and try. If nothing happens, then the polarity is reversed. When the polarity is correctly determined and connected, the arrows will be highlighted.

Step 5

. Next, we take two light bulbs per device, that is, we put light bulbs on both sides of the speedometer and connect them all with wires. The wires can be pulled inside by picking out small holes in the partitions. Having installed the light bulbs, we connect them to the same place where we already have a neon light, polarity is not important here.

Step 6

. We check if all the light bulbs are working. You can attach the overlay and admire it, and adjust the position of the light bulbs inside. Yes, I forgot! The light bulbs can be mounted inside, also with glue; they won’t go anywhere, the main thing is that the wires do not interfere with the movement of different parts of the sensors. The wires can also be carefully glued into plastic.

Step 7

. Almost done. We put the overlay on top and glue it a little bit at a time in the corners so that it doesn’t bubble. The overlay is in place, take the arrows, install them and very carefully paint them with a marker, it’s better to let them dry a couple of times for about five minutes.

Step 8

. Well, that's all, all that remains is to assemble the dashboard completely and put it in place. You definitely need to check its operation, if everything is fine, we assemble the torpedo to the end and admire the new panel, which is in no way inferior to foreign ones.

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Salon

The modern driver strives for the maximum level of comfort while driving, but this model is disappointing with its gray interior and lack of acceptable ergonomics. Tuning will correct the situation, but the results obtained directly depend on how clearly you have imagined your action plan:

1. Soundproofing should be a priority. If you are focusing on minimal costs, treating the bottom will be enough.
2. The steering wheel of the VAZ 21099 rarely causes negative emotions, since it is optimal in thickness and shape. It is enough to replace the braid and at this stage move on to more important aspects.
3. The standard torpedo is slightly angular, but one could live with this if it did not creak. Choose a suitable streamlined version from a foreign car, modify the fastening system and configuration.
4. After replacing the dashboard, you are unlikely to be able to say with confidence that it matches the dashboard. Replacing this element is a labor-intensive and financially expensive task, but this measure is fully justified.
5. It is better to immediately replace factory seats with more orthopedic options from the foreign automobile industry. This stage is already considered classic.

Interior tuning

Some car enthusiasts cover the interiors of their cars with leather. But this is a very expensive material that not everyone can afford. Therefore, leatherette, tweed or velor are more often used for upholstery. The first step is to trim the dashboard and dashboard. In some cases, the inner surface of the doors and their handles are sheathed.

The interior of the VAZ 21099 uses blue and gray leatherette

Then the steering wheel braid is changed. There is no need to do it yourself: there is a wide range of braids for steering wheels of various sizes on sale.

Video: leather interior of VAZ 21099

Tuning the suspension of VAZ 21099

Do-it-yourself tuning of the VAZ 21099 suspension is carried out according to the standard scheme:

• Installation of hard shock absorbers. It is better to use a two-section variety
• Installation of new brake discs and hub
• Replacing transverse stabilizers
• Replacing original hinges with spherical ones
• Carrying out suspension lifting by installing advanced versions of springs. You can also raise the rear of the car using shims for the standard springs

More attention should be paid to wheels and tires. Many experts argue that light alloys are much more reliable and practical than their iron counterparts. This is only partially true. The main advantage of alloy wheels is their low weight. But this indicator does not provide a significant advantage in terms of handling and dynamics. At the same time, light alloys are less practical than iron wheels.

When subjected to an impressive load, for example, when falling into a hole, they most often burst and require expensive repairs using argon welding. While iron discs can be straightened on the spot with a hammer and continue moving. In extreme off-road conditions and snowy roads, alloy wheels are inferior in practicality to their steel counterparts. Therefore, it is recommended to have both sets of rims and install them depending on road and weather conditions.

How can a car be modernized without replacing its wheels?

Agree, it would be strange to tune the body of a VAZ 21099 and forget about the wheels of the car. You can decorate the appearance of the car in a very simple way: to do this, just install light alloy wheels instead of stamped standard ones, which are made of steel. Due to the fact that the weight of the new discs is 5 times less, the load on the suspension will be much lower, and its service life will last longer. In addition, in terms of quality and durability, light alloy wheels give a considerable head start to stamped ones. Their excellent geometry minimizes imbalances that may be present in the overall dynamics of the machine. And the vehicle's handling increases along with the service life of the tires.

When you buy alloy wheels or bumpers for a VAZ 21099, pay attention to the credibility of the manufacturer of these products. After all, there are a large number of amateurs selling low-quality discs. They are made in a handicraft way from metal grades that are not suitable in their characteristics for the manufacture of car wheels. Even if you find a product created with good artistic taste, evaluate the weight of the product and make sure that it weighs no more than a standard disk. In addition, handicraft discs are characterized by increased fragility and hardness of the material, and we are interested in plastic and elastic products.

We change the interior design beyond recognition

If the above changes can only be appreciated by those who constantly drive a car, then those discussed below will immediately catch the eye - we are talking about changes in interior design.

As previously noted, by modern standards the interior design of the car in question looks truly historical. That is why we will consider the following methods for improving it from a design point of view:

A fairly common modification is changing the instrument panel. You can do this work yourself, and at minimal cost. Changes, as a rule, consist of creating a new backlight and changing the design of the scale. Recently, a method that involves installing a new panel, which is made specifically for tuning a domestic car, has become very popular. The choice is quite large, the price cannot be called high. A more complex improvement to the vehicle can be called changing the front torpedo. To do this, you can use a unit from another car or upgrade an already installed one. In this way, you can almost completely change the design of the car interior. Installing a new steering wheel from another car will also significantly change the interior design. It is worth noting that the factory-installed steering wheel is extremely inconvenient to use. Therefore, the method under consideration will not only change the interior design, but will also increase the comfort of driving. Significantly changes the interior design and lighting. An example is the installation of lighting on door handles and important elements of the control panel. When driving at night, such lighting will create an interesting effect; you can also make the lighting react to the level of illumination and change its brightness - it all depends on what budget is allocated for changing the interior and what skills the person who will carry out the work has. Various panels, trim and other trim elements also change

Their installation is simple; it is quite difficult to find panels that will be installed on the car without any problems. You should also pay attention to the little things that can be replaced enough, and the result will be very attractive. Examples include door handles, gear shift levers, and so on.

If you wish, you can make the salon truly unrecognizable.

Trunk nine

The value is rather nominal, giving the right to assert: “He exists.” It includes either a suitcase, or a couple of travel bags, and three buckets. When installing gas equipment with a cylindrical cylinder, it disappears completely, although there is useful space for tuning there too. The main, and perhaps the only, opportunity to transform the luggage compartment is to install a subwoofer and speaker amplifier. The process looks like this:

• A speaker box is assembled from chipboard or plywood;
• the wiring is laid, the subwoofer is attached;
• the internal cavity of the trunk is lined with kapert - a gray fleecy automotive fabric similar to a rug;
• The amplifier is mounted on top.

The composition looks gorgeous, especially if backlit. The car “sounds”, and there is only one problem: you have to sacrifice the spare tire due to the inability to access the recess on the bottom of the compartment.