The Lada Nine is a fairly popular passenger car that can often be found on the roads, but most owners want their swallow to be one and only. Tuning the interior of a VAZ 2109 is perfect for this, which will help make the car more impressive, fix some factory defects, and simply increase functionality. Below are the most common car modification options.
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Interior noise insulation
If you are planning to carry out serious tuning of a VAZ 2109 car, first of all you should think about sound insulation, because it is not for nothing that the nine was called “rattle”. This is partly due to the not very good quality of the plastic parts, as well as the assembly itself. Before getting down to business, it’s worth deciding on the material, since the result, complexity of the work, as well as financial costs will depend on this.
First you need to disassemble the entire interior: remove the seats, trims, and instrument panel. Actually, as a result, bare metal should remain in the cabin. By the way, since you’ve already gotten to it, check all the plugs and possible problem or rusty areas. Make repairs where necessary.
We begin pasting the interior from the engine shield, and if necessary, apply sound insulation in two layers. At the end of the work, do not forget to restore the ventilation holes.
Important. Before gluing, clean the metal with a rag soaked in acetone, alcohol or another degreaser. There is no point in treating the entire interior at once, since during the work the surface will get dirty, so the surface is degreased immediately before pasting.
Experts' opinion
Alexei. 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 such an approach the possibility of redoing work already done can be eliminated. 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.
Audio system
If you are looking at how you can tune the interior of a VAZ 2109 in the photo, you have probably noticed a powerful speaker system among them more than once. To make your sound as spacious as possible, you can make a 7.1 system. To do this, you need to install two speakers in the front door cards, two on the rear parcel shelf, and two on the A-pillars. You also need to think about high-quality bass; for this, the subwoofer is usually placed in the trunk, and an amplifier can also be placed there.
In order for your entire system to work efficiently, and not just reproduce a loud crash, the car radio must also be of high quality. It is worth paying attention to the maximum output power, however, if it is not enough, the situation can be corrected by an amplifier.
It is worth noting that it is quite difficult to carry out a high-quality installation of a sound system yourself and it is better to contact an auto electrician.
Classification of ongoing improvements
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:
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.
Doors
In the case of tuning doors, there are two options. Firstly, you can install power windows, which will make you feel like you are driving a foreign car and make the ride more comfortable. Secondly, the door cards can be completely changed by ordering ready-made accessories for tuning or by upholstering existing ones with a different material. There are also advantages to buying ready-made ones, since such cards often come with jacks for the speaker system.
Covers or seats?
For many, buying new car seats is associated with the desire to transform the appearance of the interior of their car. That is, they care little about the issue of comfort or they have only recently started driving. That’s why they don’t think about the issue of convenience.
If you have ever driven modern cars from top manufacturers, you have probably felt the difference between the seats. But you can’t buy such a car for yourself yet. So why not bring your fourteenth to this level of comfort by purchasing new seats? Good idea.
The covers only create the appearance of a beautiful, cozy interior. The landing was uncomfortable and will remain so.
Set your priorities and think about what is more important to you - a healthy back or a beautiful picture. In addition, by replacing the seats, you can put very beautiful covers on them.
First, let's look at the types of seats that you can purchase for your VAZ 2114. There are three categories in total, the advantages and disadvantages of which are described in more detail in our table.
Seat type
pros
Minuses
Ideal for professional sports, designed for very high loads, made of high quality materials
The design is uniform and is not divided into a backrest and a chair. Very expensive, cause discomfort when boarding and disembarking, and quite hard. They are not intended for driving on regular roads or for long voyages.
The backrest is adjustable, they look great on the fourteenth, well-thought-out safety, clear fixation of the driver, they have excellent support for the hips and shoulders, long trips do not cause discomfort
Not suitable for cars with soft suspension, there are problems with the landing, which is quite uncomfortable, especially for large drivers and passengers
Luxury chairs that are ideal in terms of comfort and ergonomics. Externally attractive, perfectly secures the driver, withstands heavy loads, allows you to easily sit down and stand up, can have many built-in functions, ideal for professional drivers, wide range of position adjustments
They have practically no downsides. But the more features, the higher the cost
Don't chase fashion when purchasing sports or racing seats for regular city roads. But if you are adapting your VAZ for competitions, then it is categorically not recommended to go on the tracks on ordinary seats.
High comfort chairs
What to choose
We have decided on the types of seats, but there are a great variety of them depending on the manufacturer, size, functions, etc.
Trunk
Tuning the trunk of a VAZ 2109 is not the most creative activity, and given the fact that no one will see it anyway, it’s worth thinking only about the practical side of the issue. Firstly, as already mentioned above, a subwoofer and an amplifier will coexist perfectly in the trunk. Secondly, you can reupholster it on leather, faux leather, material with an interesting color, or simply on something more resistant to external influences. And finally, you can organize LED lighting, which will be extremely useful at night.
Tuning the hood of VAZ 21099
The smooth, flat hood of the “Ninety-Ninth” opens up wide opportunities for modernization. Using a metal-cutting tool - an angle grinder, welding and putty, from a standard hood you can make a model worthy of a Batmobile with gills and air intakes. The skills of a tinsmith will allow you to give the hood a variety of configurations. In extreme cases, it can be covered with carbon film.
When upgrading the hood, you should first draw what you want to get, then transfer what you planned in the form of markings to the surface of the engine compartment lid. Be sure to check the markings several times and only after that can you begin to improve the hood.
Interior reupholstery
When tuning VAZ 2109 cars, it is also worth adding upholstery reupholstery. Why is this necessary? Firstly, if you have had the car for a long time, the fabric may have become quite frayed and lost its appearance. Secondly, by choosing a certain color you can give your car a little style. In addition, by choosing leather or leatherette as a material, you can make the car more stylish and respectable.
Branches of individualization
The process of giving the salon an individual, unique appearance that will fully satisfy the owner’s needs can be divided into three branches:
- Replacement of standard elements with improved ones;
- Installation of additional components for the interior;
- Upholstery of the internal space with various materials.
Modernization is a useful event for the domestic nine. Even owners of cars in the Luxury configuration, where there are soft door panels and velor on the seats, complain about the poor build quality. What can we say about the standard gray interior.
Torpedo
Tuning a VAZ 2109 torpedo can also be interesting and very useful. The simplest thing that comes to mind is replacing the original torpedo with a more stylish, sporty and functional one from a foreign car. Of course, not everyone will fit in, but by choosing the right model you can achieve very interesting results.
You can expand the functionality of the torpedo by slightly changing the front panel and adding a voltmeter, oil pressure sensor and a simple clock. Many people find this process quite painstaking, and therefore do not dare to do the tuning themselves. You can also tune the high panel of the VAZ 2109:
- You can install LED backlighting, which will improve the readability of devices at night.
- You can modify the scale by also adding LEDs, or simply change the arrow and stick on a new, brighter scale.
A fairly popular modification is the complete replacement of instruments with a set from one of the most modern cars. This will help improve their readability and also give the car a more modern look.
General selection conditions
- Condition: new or used. New seats are more expensive, but they will last longer. Every year, thanks to modern technology, seats become more comfortable and have new functions. Used seats can be purchased at car dismantling yards.
- Manufacturing company. The 2114 fits both seats from other VAZ models and domestic brands, as well as seats from foreign cars.
- Additional options. Headrests, armrests, and lift make the seat more comfortable and safer.
- Completeness. Basically, the availability of fasteners and accessories needs to be clarified if used seats are purchased.
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- high cost of delivery of heavy or large parcels, as well as the weight of one parcel should not exceed 20 kg;
- long delivery times and queues in large cities for receipt.
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Chassis
The suspension allows you to soften shocks to the body that occur while driving. Not only the comfort of movement, but also safety depends on its operation. The car should feel confident on the road and also withstand potholes and bumps well. The suspension helps absorb impacts, therefore extending the life of the car body. Tuning the VAZ 2109 suspension allows you to improve its characteristics, therefore it is relevant and in demand.
You can improve the chassis as follows:
- replace shock absorbers with gas-oil ones. It is recommended to buy shock absorbers and springs as a set. Monroe and Plaza sports shock absorbers are suitable for standard springs. For aggressive highway driving, Koni Sport or Bilstein Sport shock absorbers are more suitable. To improve the car's handling, it is enough to install a Monroe Gaz-Matic or Plaza;
- install a stabilizer bar from a VAZ 2110. This will reduce roll when cornering and the car will move smoothly when swaying the steering wheel at speed. It becomes possible to take turns at higher speeds. Although the anti-roll bar from the VAZ 2110 is only 2 mm thicker than from the VAZ 2109, this has a significant effect on the stability of the car;
- create negative camber by increasing the caster angle to improve handling;
- shorten the springs to lower the car. This solution allows you to reduce the car's ground clearance. It is recommended to shorten the front springs by no more than 1.75 turns, and the rear springs by 1 turn. If you shorten it more, you need to limit the rebound of the suspension travel, that is, use a garter. It is necessary so that the spring does not jump out of its seat, and is performed using steel cables;
- install polyurethane bushings for levers. Such parts are more reliable and durable, so they have to be replaced less frequently;
- install additional stiffening elements by connecting the upper shock absorber supports. Body rigidity increases, and the car behaves better when cornering.
Improvement of the car brake system is as follows:
- replacing rear drums with disc brakes;
- installation of a larger disc-caliper pair;
- replacing the master brake cylinder. This must be done with the obligatory implementation of the two previous options, since the standard cylinder will not be able to cope with the task.
Trial
Nothing extra
These two cars look quite attractive. Their design is devoid of provocative solutions, but it is harmonious and thoughtful. “Nine” has a more rapid body profile, while 21099 is more sedate and respectable.
In terms of geometric cross-country ability, the 2109 has a slight advantage due to shorter body overhangs. But driving over potholes on the 21099 is more problematic due to the long stern.
Comfortable and cozy
The interior of both Samaras is identical. It is worth mentioning in advance that the quality of finishing materials is far from ideal - hard, echoing plastic everywhere. Of course, plastic made it possible to reduce the weight of cars, but it deprived VAZ models of that touch of luxury for which the Zhiguli of the classic family is famous. At the same time, the ergonomics are good and you don’t have to be distracted from the road thanks to the compact layout of the controls.
Elastic front seats provide good body support. However, a tall driver will complain about the lack of adjustment of his seat in the longitudinal plane. Only two passengers are comfortable on the back seat, provided their height is less than 175 centimeters.
As for the luggage compartment, there are differences between 2109 and 21099. The “Nine” has a trunk volume of 270 liters, while its more practical companion platform has this figure already equal to 400 liters.
Familiar habits...
The most popular engine for both cars is a 1.5-liter unit that produces 70 horsepower. This unit has good pickup in the mid-speed zone, and the sensitive accelerator pedal enhances the sensation of acceleration.
A manual transmission with a closely spaced gear row makes it possible to realize the engine's potential well in the first three gears, but the clarity of the shifts and selectivity of the gears are mediocre.
VAZ 21099 relative to 2109 is a little more stable at high speed. However, in corners the Nine feels more solid and has better cornering stability. The steering is informative, but the long steering rack deprives the steering wheel of sensitivity in the zero zone.
The long-travel suspension confidently handles unevenness without breaking through when the cabin is fully loaded. Although, it is a bit harsh, so it cannot provide a very smooth ride even on small bumps.
Photo VAZ 2109, 21099:
Chassis
Improving the car's chassis involves tuning the suspension and refining the braking system. The transmission and engine of the VAZ 2109 are also undergoing changes.
Engine
Engine tuning is aimed at increasing the power of the power unit. Refinement of the engine consists of improving the cylinder head, replacing pistons, and installing a turbine. When performing these modifications, the driver will need to completely disassemble the vehicle engine.
When tuning a carburetor, instead of one part, install two and grind the carburetor intake manifold.
Suspension
Tuning the VAZ 2109 suspension is aimed at increasing its rigidity, for this:
- The parts are being replaced with more modern ones. For example, by purchasing a gas-oil shock absorber from a well-known manufacturer, the driver will improve the functioning of the rear and front suspension.
- Installation of elements that provide additional rigidity to the suspension. These may be stiffer springs from other models.
- Installation of a pneumatic mechanism that allows you to independently adjust the car's ground clearance. The installation process of such a system is labor-intensive and expensive.
After the work done with the suspension, the car will be more predictable and stable when cornering.
Transmission
Tuning a VAZ 21099 also involves changing the design of the car’s suspension. Drivers change the number of gear ratios, focusing on their driving style, and install a short-throw rocker. This increases the speed of gear shifting.
In case of independent tuning, if there are errors, the gearbox may function unstable, which will lead to emergency situations on the road. Therefore, to improve the operation of the VAZ 2109 gearbox, it is recommended to contact a service center that is equipped with the appropriate equipment.
Brakes
To tune a VAZ 2109 car, it is recommended to improve the brakes. Models produced at the Volzhsky Automobile Plant were equipped with rear drum brakes. To improve the braking properties of the car, drivers change them to disc ones.
VAZ 2109 is a Soviet and Russian passenger car that is extremely popular in Russia and the CIS countries. The model has a low price, which makes tuning affordable. Improving the driving performance of the Nine and its appearance makes it possible to get a comfortable, beautiful and stylish car for relatively little money.
Heated seats
Heated seats are relevant for most Russian regions. Sitting on a frozen seat in winter is not always comfortable and safe for health. Many people neglect this option, believing that heating consumes a lot of energy.
In fact, the heating option uses the same amount of energy as the parking lights. The seat warms up quickly and then remains comfortable down to -30 °C outside the car. If you have a choice of options and you have not yet decided which seats can be installed on the VAZ 2114, it is better to install heated seats.
In the 2114 model, the heating option is controlled by the on-board computer. If you independently connect the heating to the network, a short circuit may occur.
Case options for the "nine"
The choice of cover material is quite rich. Eco-leather is becoming increasingly popular. The prefix “eco” in its name is not justified by anything other than marketing. This is a synthetic material in which a layer of polyurethane rather than polyvinyl chloride polymer is applied to a fabric base. Therefore, there is no “aroma” of leatherette. In addition, polyurethane is a porous material, it “breathes”, and even better than dyed natural leather. The disadvantages of eco-leather include low resistance to thermal influences - the ember from a cigarette burns right through the eco-leather.
One of the most popular materials for car seat covers is velor. This is a pile material that does not slip on clothes or skin. Doesn't burn in summer, doesn't get cold in winter. Very practical, does not require complex care. At the same time it attracts dust.
Another increasingly popular car seat upholstery material is Alcantara. This is artificial suede, which is difficult to distinguish from the real thing. It has a rough surface that is pleasant to the touch. The color range of the material is very diverse. Alcantara's thermal resistance is unique: in winter and summer, the temperature sensations when touching it are equally neutral. If it were not for the relatively high cost of Alcantara, it could claim to be the ideal material for car covers.
Cases are often made in combination, using two materials: the front side is made of Alcantara, and the back side is made of simple textiles. Foam padding is often used.
