Many motorists prefer to upgrade their own car with their own hands. In principle, with the appropriate information, as well as the right tool, this is a feasible task for everyone. Let's look at a specific example - the VAZ-2110. Improvements to various components and elements of the car will be discussed later. But first, a little about general concepts and definitions.
Modification of the VAZ-2110 with your own hands
It would seem that here you can change? Indeed, in most cases, especially when the car is still completely new, no adjustments or modifications are required. But when the car has already passed a decent number of kilometers and the wipers do not work as efficiently in the rain and mud, and the stove does not warm in the cold, as before, the moment comes when you need to take on your own car. It is worth noting immediately that the VAZ-2110, the refinements of which are carried out by hand, can come out no worse than in the service. To do this, you need a little time, as well as a minimal set of tools. First, it’s the main thing, where to start, is with the choice of the node that we want to upgrade. It is also undesirable to go there for no reason, as this is fraught with trouble.
It is good to have a solvent with you, such as WD-40 or something like that. We will need it to make adjustments, especially for door hinges that have not been lubricated and cleaned for a long time. You will need several screwdrivers (flat, Phillips), a set of ring wrenches, etc. It is worth noting that if you decide to thoroughly tackle the modernization of small units of your own car, then it is best to start with adjusting the clutch, steering rack and finish with engine valves. That is, it is worth going from simple to complex. This gives an optimal result.
We make all kinds of adjustments
So, let's get right to work with the steering rack and the worm. In principle, this mechanism serves about 15 years in the conditions of proper operation - timely lubrication and driving on normal roads. If we can still somehow fight the first, then the second factor does not depend on us. Due to constant shock and vibration, the gears of the transmitting pair are out of alignment and the hinges fail. All this leads to the fact that the ride becomes uncomfortable and sometimes even dangerous. Therefore, you need to adjust the steering rack VAZ-2110. The first sign that you need it is a tight turn of the steering wheel. The first thing to do is pull up. It is carried out using a special screw in the steering gear.
It is advisable to carry out work in the garage with a pit or on jacks. We need a backlash meter, although you can do without it. Tightening should be carried out slowly, periodically check the steering wheel. According to GOST, the play should not exceed 10 degrees. After you have done everything, you need to check whether this is so. To do this, we should drive a car. If the steering wheel is tight, the adjusting screw must be slightly loosened and the test run again. If there is no knock, and the steering wheel returns to its original position after a turn, then the problem can be considered solved. Now let's see how to adjust the doors of the VAZ-2110. To do this, we need very little patience and some tools.
A bit about adjusting locks and hinges
So, it is immediately worth noting that the adjustment of the VAZ-2110 doors is absolutely required for all cars that have traveled about 40,000 kilometers. The same applies to cars whose doors were removed and then improperly installed. As you may have noticed, adjusting the VAZ-2110 rail is quite simple and quick. The same applies to locks with hinges. Let's get down to business right away.
I would like to note that it is extremely simple to adjust the lock. This does not require the participation of a specialist. No need to use silicone, as it only helps for a short time. First you need to remove the door card, after that you will see several plastic nuts, which we remove from the studs and wind them back. We put on a door card. In order for the doors to be closed as quietly as possible, lithol can be used.
It is recommended to pay attention to the gaps in closed doors. They should be exactly the same everywhere. If this is not the case, then we need to remove the door and then reinstall. To do this, it is fully open and propped from below with special racks. After that, the wiring is disconnected. To do this, the latch is removed, the circlip rotates. Sometimes you can find petal caps. In this case, the axles are knocked out with a hammer and a chisel or punch. Installation is in the reverse order. It is advisable to lubricate all rubbing surfaces.
Clutch and engine valves
It is no secret that during the operation of the car all components wear out, fail, and also weaken. We’ll deal with the latter right now. Surely every third motorist was faced with the fact that the adjustment of the VAZ-2110 clutch was required, in particular, a tightening. It is necessary to open the hood and find the cable fastening nut there, and then loosen it a little. At this time, it is desirable to control the clutch pedal. It should be no more than 130 millimeters and at least 120. When the nut is turned off, the distance from the pedal to the floor will decrease. After that, it is advisable to press the pedal several times and check the distance again. Repeat if necessary.
And now I would like to say a few words about how valve adjustment is performed correctly on the VAZ-2110 . Many car owners do not take it on their own, because they believe that it is too difficult. But actually it is not. First you need to remove the valve cover and lift the front wheel onto the jack. After that, we put a special device for pressing the valves. It costs only 500 rubles. Next, we need to calculate where the exhaust and intake valves are. After that, we need to turn the wheel until the knee of the shaft is at the top. At this time, we measure the gap of the first valve and consider which washer we need to take. To do this, you can use a special cam, which allows us to freely get to the puck with tweezers or something like that. With the rest of the valves we do the same.
A little bit about the generator and its improvement
The battery must be recharged while the vehicle is in motion. At this time, all devices are powered by a generator. The voltage should be within 14 volts. So, if you have too many electrical appliances and the voltage drops to about 11-12 volts, then there is one way to increase the power of the device by about 10%. A similar refinement of the VAZ-2110 generator implies the installation of a single diode. First of all, we need to disconnect the battery terminal, and then disconnect the wire marked "D". Next, you need to remove the clips from the back of the generator. After that you will see a voltage regulator. We need to pass the wires from the pre-prepared diode through the holes in the generator cover.
After that, we connect the wires. To do this, the “mother” is connected to the PH, and the “dad” is connected to the standard wire. After that, we need to close the back cover and screw everything into place. This completes the completion of the VAZ-2110 generator. The voltage should rise to about 13 volts, which is closer to normal. By the way, it is advisable to use a diode with a breakdown of not more than 20 V and a current of 5 Amps. As for the voltage drop, it should be in the range of 0.6-0.7 Volts.
How to upgrade wipers
In most cases, the windshield cleaning area will be improved. In principle, there is nothing complicated. But previously you can change the wipers, if they can not cope with their function. It is worth paying your attention to the fact that the driver should have a 100% view, especially on the left. Just from the side of the left rack and there is dirt, which the wipers can not cope. One of the outputs is to adjust the position of the device. In our case, it is necessary to slightly raise the driver's wiper, that is, change its initial position. But not everyone will like this method, and the result from it is not 100%, since some of the dirt still remains. In this case, a slightly different modification of the wipers VAZ-2110 will be required.
Sometimes the whole reason is a wind lining, which does not evenly clean the glass. In this case, for a more tangible result, you need to bend the frill lead. You can direct the hook under the brush, next to it we need to bend the leash a little. There is already a factory bend, which we need to do a little more. In addition, you need to bend and the end of the janitor spoiler a little up. This is done so that he does not cling to the brush. After that, it is advisable to check whether you succeeded. That, perhaps, is all that needs to be done on the VAZ-2110. Improvements janitors, of course, are different, but they are performed quite quickly and simply, so you will succeed. And now let's move on to the no less important - to the stove of the car, which warms us in the cold. There is much to be done, but let's talk about the most important thing.
A little about upgrading the stove VAZ
There are a huge number of reasons because of which the radiator does not heat well. This can be a blockage, which, in principle, can be considered a normal phenomenon in the process of active operation. Also, the cause may be a defective shutter and much more. In any case, the completion of the VAZ-2110 stove will be required, especially since it is not so difficult as it might seem at first glance. First, we need to completely disassemble the panel into parts. This can be done with a few keys and a screwdriver. Next, you can lay corrugations that would blow around the windows. This will eliminate their fogging by 80-90%. In some cases, the usual gluing of cracks is sufficient, due to which air is lost along the way.
And now let's talk about the shutter of the stove, which is responsible for the fact that air enters the windshield. Usually, the cause of fogging is that the valve does not fit completely, and again the flow is lost along the way. Here you can use adhesive tape, which can glue all the cracks and, in fact, the valve of the stove. You can also pay a little attention to blowing the legs of the driver and passengers. Here it is best to use corrugation, so the result will be noticeably better. It is advisable to completely remove the plastic block of the air distributor (also called the "Christmas tree") and replace it with several corrugations. By the way, there are special pipes for the VAZ-2110. Improvements of this kind, although time-consuming, are worth it. Now we pass to the last, most important and responsible.
About how to make the “tens” engine better
Before increasing the capacity, it is necessary to ensure the inflow and outflow of air from the environment, more precisely, to increase its amount. To do this, the standard filter is replaced by a filter of zero resistance or low. It is worth noting immediately that this will give you a few percent of the power, about 5-6, which, in principle, is already not bad. There is also something to change in the throttle assembly. Here it is advisable to use a valve with an increased diameter, for example 54 millimeters. Pay attention to the inlet receiver, which will make your car more sensitive. The engine will gain speed much faster due to elongated nozzles. On this, the completion of the VAZ-2110 engine does not end, but only begins, since then the most difficult, namely the camshaft, goes on.
The camshaft is responsible for the moment, as well as the duration of opening the intake and exhaust valves. This indicator directly affects engine power. Of course, you can replace the regular camshaft with a new, more productive one. It is worthwhile to pay tribute to the exhaust manifold, which is responsible for pushing the exhaust gases with the least resistance. In conclusion, you can perform chip tuning, but for this you still have to turn to an experienced electrician who understands this issue. In principle, this completion of the VAZ-2110 auto engine can be considered completed. Total capacity may increase by 20%.
A few important points
I would like to note that any improvements to the VAZ-2110 should be carried out in a place prepared for this. If you are going to upgrade the carburetor, it is advisable that the room is well ventilated, because you will be dealing with gasoline vapors. It is also better not to smoke during the work, sometimes you even need to wear special glasses. It is worth paying attention to the fact that it is advisable to have clean water and dry rags with you. All of this will help you anyway. When it comes to working with the engine, remember that if you are unsure of something, it is better to read about it again or to find out from a friend mechanic, because you can only make it worse, and repairing the motor is not cheap. It is worth noting once again that if you are finalizing the stove, it is best to buy corrugations in the car shop, as they are more suitable for your purposes.
Also, many car owners want to make the car work a little quieter, for this they put their own sound insulation. Here, too, it is advisable to go to a specialized store and not save, then the result will please you. Remember that the VAZ-2110 car, the modifications of which you will do with your own hands, although it is the brainchild of AvtoVAZ, is a pretty good and demanding car. Therefore, before adjusting the steering rack, add oil there, perhaps the situation will be corrected. Before sinning on a faulty carburetor, change the fuel and air filters.
Conclusion
And now I would like to summarize some of the above. In this article, we figured out how to perform various adjustments, clutch tightening, generator power increase, and much more. All this can make your car a little better. But if you do not follow it during operation, then it is highly likely that the completion of the VAZ-2110 car will be required again, only with large losses of material resources. This applies to the timely replacement of all consumables that have not such a great price. Changing the oil in time is the key to good and reliable engine operation over a long period of time.
In any case, the finalization of the VAZ-2110 with your own hands is possible. The main thing is to know what you are doing and how to do it, and the rest comes with experience. If you decide to install the rear power windows, then it is likely that this will not work for you the first time, but do not despair, because everything will work from the 2nd or 3rd. That, perhaps, is all that can be said about how to modernize a VAZ-2110 car, make it a little better, quieter and more powerful. There is nothing very complicated, but there are important points that cannot be dispensed with, especially in the absence of practical experience in this area.