For more than two decades, the VAZ 2109, created on the basis of the base model VAZ 2108, and the subsequent modifications of the "nine" are the best-selling cars in the post-Soviet space. In Russia, the VAZ 2109 has not been produced since 2004, but it is still actively resold in the secondary market.
Almost every new owner seeks to bring something of his own into, without exaggeration, a cult car. There are car owners who are truly "wrapped up" in the endless process of improving their iron horse with the index 9. And this is natural, because Lada Samara with a simple design and technical filling seems to be created for unlimited tuning.
In every city of our vast Motherland and in neighboring countries, you can find copies of the VAZ 2109 so "stuffed" that they only remotely resemble the "source". The interior furnishings are also sometimes impressive with the real luxury of finishes. The already nimble VAZ 2109 engine lends itself to serious tuning. And the chassis, when refined, is able to compete with the level of eminent racing cars - and it does it with success. After all, the VAZ engineers were engaged in the pre-series fine-tuning of the chassis of the car in a company with engineers from the German company Porsche. Serious improvements require the knowledge and experience of auto-tuning professionals. However, tuning the VAZ 2109 is done with might and main and "by hand", for which the market offers a lot of goods, and the Internet - a large number of examples.
Here are some photos of VAZ-2109/21099 tuning using aerodynamic body kits:
When starting to implement plans to improve the car, the first step is to decide on the estimated estimate. Tuning, like everything that is related to improvement, has practically no limits, and can result in financial expenses that exceed the cost of the car itself. It is also important to decide on the goal that you plan to get at the end - external beauty in the form of impressive shapes, plastic body kits, "sophisticated" optics and a roaring engine, or a balanced, enjoyable car.
There are three directions for the implementation of auto-tuning. You can start improving Lada Samara with the appearance. The tuning of the optics and body of the VAZ 2109 will allow everyone you meet to admire the exoticism of the new exterior.
The second option is tuning the VAZ 2109/21099 salon: replacing the upholstery, revising the panels, and replacing the seats is also possible. But is it possible, by adding gloss to the exterior and interior, to ignore the driving performance of the car?
Technical tuning of the VAZ 2109 (9) usually covers the brakes, gearbox, suspension and, in fact, the most important thing - the engine. Having started tuning the VAZ 2109, it is often difficult for the owner to dwell on one thing, therefore, complex improvements are usually carried out. All three ways of tuning lead to a common goal - to create a unique and generally balanced car.
Tuning of the body and optics of the VAZ 2109/21099.
Body enhancements are the most visible part of the tuning, as it is the exterior that draws attention to itself in the first place. VAZ 2109 hatchbacks are more often tuned with a focus on sportiness, while changes to the VAZ 21099 sedan depend only on the personal taste of its owner.
Anything that comes into view can be tuned. The simplest body tuning of the VAZ 2109 is the installation of aerodynamic body kits on your car, which you order or do yourself. Cars equipped with a new front bumper, sills and rear bumpers look original, while it is advisable to purchase everything in one set or follow the style by making the elements yourself. So the body of the Lada Samara will take on a finished look. The “nine” hood can be replaced with a plastic one and additionally equipped with air intake slots, complementing the overall look with a non-standard radiator grill. The fenders can also be replaced, for example with parts with aggressive enlarged air intakes. Tuning VAZ 2109/21099 doors usually includes the installation of deflectors and new handles. One of the simplest and most popular elements of tuning the body of the "nine" is the spoiler, but this part often has only a decorative function, is made of plastic and is not installed in the most correct (from the point of view of improving aerodynamics) places.
You cannot ignore the tuning of the optics of the VAZ 21099/2109, which can be performed both independently according to its original project, and by purchasing ready-made front and rear lights. A popular revision is the installation of xenon headlights. But in the case of optics, it is important not to overdo it, since traffic safety directly depends on the efficiency of its work in the dark, as well as in bright sunlight. Problems can arise with the melting of non-standard headlights, the accumulation of condensation inside the lanterns, and a decrease in light transmission due to excessive toning. Do-it-yourself tuning of optics VAZ 2109 (21099) is guaranteed to add interesting and uniqueness to the car's appearance. However, in the case of non-professional work, in order to avoid violation of safety conditions, it is better to subject only the rear lights to independent experiments.
Another dramatic way to change the appearance of a car is to paint it. A truly unique car will look with an airbrushed drawing. But it will not work to paint and paint the body with high quality at home. But even here there is a way out - you can also radically change the appearance of a car with the help of vinyl stickers, such work can be done with your own hands, it will cost much less, and it will look no less impressive than “airbrushing”.
And of course, few external tuning of the VAZ 2109 (99) can do without installing original alloy wheels.
Tuning of the salon of VAZ 2109 and VAZ 21099.
After completing the external tuning, it is simply impossible to ignore the issue of putting things in order and beauty in the salon. The easiest way to tune the VAZ 2109/21099 interior is to refine the dashboard. All dashboard elements are easy to disassemble. To give the instrument scales an original and attractive look, it is enough to disassemble the instrument panel, remove the bezels, make new dials (you can search and print templates from the Internet) and carefully install them in place without disturbing the current meter readings. By the way, if desired, in the interior of the cabin, almost all panels are amenable to improvement.
Rarely, tuning a VAZ 2109 and 21099 salon does without work on changing the upholstery. Factory materials look inconspicuous, quickly get dirty and lose their attractiveness. You can not only replace the upholstery on the ceiling, door cards, floor on your own, but also simultaneously carry out work to improve sound insulation. The easiest way to freshen up the interior is to replace the seat covers. Moreover, some owners go further, completely changing the upholstery (including leather), or do quite radically, changing the chairs to branded ones, for example, Recaro.
One of the most popular topics for tuning the interior of the VAZ 2109 (99) is the improvement of acoustics, starting with a simple replacement of speakers, and ending with the installation of a subwoofer in a niche under the rear shelf.
Few of those who decided to improve their "nine" bypasses the issue of installing power windows, alarms, central locking. Since this work affects the electrical part of the car, it is not advisable to do it yourself. Better to spend money and turn to professionals. The same applies to glass tinting, although small areas can be tinted independently (the main thing is not to overdo it and not deprive the driver of the view).
In general, tuning the interior of the VAZ 21099 and 2109 can be carried out indefinitely, for example, continuing to improve by installing a new instrument panel and replacing the steering wheel.
Technical improvements VAZ 2109/21099.
What driver of the "nine" does not want to feel like a horseman, bypassing fellow travelers in a high-speed dash from a traffic light? How nice it is to receive feedback from your favorite car in the form of increased controllability and steering sharpness by tuning the steering, suspension, brakes, gearbox and of course the VAZ 2109 (21099) engine.
Technical tuning of a car usually starts with the braking system and then the gearbox. After that, it is already possible to tackle the most technologically advanced part of the car - its engine.
The heart of VAZ 2109 (99) cars is most often engines 2108 1.3 liters., And 21083 1.5 liters. For boosting, a one and a half liter VAZ 21083 engine is usually used. The maximum working volume, which can be obtained without the risk of violating the technical proportions of the car as a result of improvements, is 1.7-1.8 liters (with an increase in power to 98-100 hp and maximum speed up to 180-190 km / h). Further attempts to make the volume large can lead to unit breakdown due to constant overheating.
Tuning the VAZ 21099/2109 engine requires replacing part of the parts (crankshaft, piston group and others), which theoretically can be made with your own hands, but it is extremely problematic. Therefore, it is better to spend money on their purchase. And, of course, if you have certain skills and knowledge, you can install it yourself.
To add stability to the car on the road when the reinforced engine is running, it is also necessary to bring to mind the chassis of the car. That, as a rule, consists in the installation of sports struts and lowered springs, the finalization of the gearbox and clutch.
After tuning his VAZ 2109/21099 in one or several directions at once, the owner can rightfully be proud of his car. But the main thing in the matter of improvements in everything is to know when to stop.
