How to choose high-quality shock absorbers for Lada Vesta?

The domestic car Lada Vesta has many good reviews. The car has good ground clearance, which is important for our roads. It has excellent sound insulation and maneuverability. But in a barrel of honey, as they say, there is a fly in the ointment. Over time, extraneous noise arises: a knocking sound in the rear of the suspension system.

Plant specialists admit this fact and say that the reason is the shock absorbers on Vesta. The solution to the problem is simple: you need to choose the right washers of the right size for the front strut supports. Or rebuild the suspension and replace parts. During the replacement process, you can install original kits or related products.

It is the issue regarding the replacement and installation of analogues that will be discussed in this article. We will touch upon the issue of stands for shock-absorbing elements and announce the timing of replacement of shock absorbers.

Features of Vesta car shock absorbers

The front shock absorbers have the appearance of classic MacPherson struts and have the following characteristics:

A special feature of the rear shock absorbers is their separate location from the springs. These are double-sided gas shock absorbers, which differ from other VAZ models in their size.

Installation of stabilizer struts

Installation of the new kit is carried out in the reverse order.

When tightening, you do not need to exert high physical effort. 44 Nm is enough. If you are installing the original, you need to know the product catalog number: 8450006748.

Sometimes you can only get by by replacing the stabilizer bushings. Stub bushings are suitable in dimensions d/h/w: 40/45/38 mm. hole diameter 22 mm.

Of particular interest are products made from polyurethane in the following dimensions: L/W/H: 39/42/43.5 mm. similar dimensions to Chevrolet Niva.

Also suitable are consumables, which according to the catalog go under No. 2123-2906046. If we talk about KIA, this is the catalog number KSBSJULF-21.5 mm (54813-2K 100). This option uses brackets 54814-G000.

For complete clarity, we present the average prices of assembly bushings:

1. The stub will cost 450-700 rubles.
2. Niva costs from 150 to 300 rubles per pair.
3. KIA option 150-600 rubles per unit (piece).

In addition, the fastening nuts are disposable. When assembling a new kit, you need to use new fasteners.

How do you know if a shock absorber has failed?

The first sign of a damaged rack will be discomfort when hitting an obstacle.

The lack of proper shock absorption is very noticeable in the cabin. The following signs will help you suspect a malfunction:

• Unusual sounds from the suspension. They may be constant or occur only during off-road driving;
• The car's controllability has decreased, the car skids and sways from side to side.
• The ground clearance has decreased (the car has sank).
• If the shock absorbers are oil or gas oil, they may leak. The appearance of drips on the racks indicates that they need to be replaced. The leakage of gas struts can be determined by the characteristic hissing sound made by the gas escaping from them.

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If you have such problems, you need to contact a service station, where they will carry out diagnostics and find out the causes of the problem. If you have a suitable location and the necessary equipment, you can inspect and identify the problem yourself.

Implementation of cutting springs or installing Technospring?

Here everyone will choose their own, the main thing is that the work is done efficiently and correctly. There are a lot of options, some put Technoressor -30 in the back, and -30 in front, others - the same

Some people like the option of cutting springs, and they also cut at their own discretion, some 2 turns, some 3 turns, here it is important not to overdo it

Some argue that replacement doesn’t even require a lift or pit, all you need to do is hang the wheels as much as possible. The rack assemblies are removed, after which the springs are dismantled. Marking and trimming is carried out. If you are going to lower Vesta by installing ready-made shortened springs, all you need to do is remove the old ones and install new springs.

An important nuance. During this event, it is necessary to trim the rubber bumpers of the shock absorbers. You should trim depending on how much you shorten the springs.

Afterwards the assembly and checking of the work results is carried out. The car should stand level without distortions, the gaps in the arches should be the same. If there are discrepancies, it means the work was carried out with violations. Repeated disassembly and carrying out calculations and measurements will correct this.

Practical tips for choosing racks

After making sure that the shock absorbers are faulty, the driver needs to select a worthy replacement for the worn-out parts.

Some tips for choosing spare parts:

• Pay attention to original products, or choose analogues from well-known and well-established manufacturers;
• Buy parts from large retail outlets that have quality certificates for their products and guarantee their originality. Do not buy spare parts on the market or secondhand.
• The cost of the shock absorber should not be too low. If the price differs significantly from other offers, most likely you are being offered a low-quality product.
• The shock absorber must be packaged in a separate box with the article number, catalog number and manufacturer's logo on it. Factory catalog number of rear shock absorbers 2180-2915004-12, front 8450006745 (left), 8450006744 (right).

Implementation of cutting springs or installing technosprings?

Some argue that replacement doesn’t even require a lift or pit, all you need to do is hang the wheels as much as possible. The rack assemblies are removed, after which the springs are dismantled. Marking and trimming is carried out. If you are going to lower Vesta by installing ready-made shortened springs, all you need to do is remove the old ones and install new springs.

An important nuance. During this event, it is necessary to trim the rubber bumpers of the shock absorbers. You should trim depending on how much you shorten the springs.

Afterwards the assembly and checking of the work results is carried out. The car should stand level without distortions, the gaps in the arches should be the same. If there are discrepancies, it means the work was carried out with violations. Repeated disassembly and carrying out calculations and measurements will correct this.

Cost of shock absorbers for Lada Vesta

Many drivers are interested in the question, what shock absorbers are installed on Vesta from the factory? According to information from official sources, Lada Vesta cars of all modifications are equipped with Russian-made parts. They are manufactured by the Russian company SAAZ (Skopinsky Automotive Aggregate Plant), specially commissioned by AvtoVAZ. These racks are adapted for difficult road conditions and have proven themselves in practice.

If replacement is necessary, the driver can purchase original spare parts that are commercially available. You can also use analogues, which are also widely available on the shelves of auto stores. The cost of shock absorbers from different manufacturers is presented in the following table:

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*Prices are valid as of August 2022

Reviews and recommendations from Lada Vesta owners

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Rating (2021): 4.69

The most reliable stabilizer struts. A powerful strut designed for the highest loads. The best option in terms of reliability and durability.

• Characteristics

  Average price: 1,900 rub.

• Country: Germany
• Stand length (mm): 295
• OE code: BMW 31 35 6 765 933

This is not the most popular product, as its price may shock many. In fact, there is nothing strange about this. The company is German and produces racks at its own factory, which is why we see such a price. The company's products are installed on BMW cars, and this already says a lot. But nothing prevents you from installing them on a Lada Vesta car: 295 millimeters in length are ideal for the design of the car. The resource here is very high, about 85 thousand km. Moreover, this is not driving on flat roads, but a maximum load. Of course, the price is very high, but replacement is required extremely rarely, which partially offsets it.

Advantages and disadvantages

• High reliability
• Long service life for any driving style
• Real German quality

• High price
• Maximum stand length for Vesta

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conclusions

• The shock absorbers on the Lada Vesta have an original design and are not used on other VAZ car models;
• Factory-installed shock absorbers from the Russian manufacturer SAAZ are of good quality and have a long service life;
• If replacement is necessary, the buyer can purchase original spare parts or replace them with high-quality analogues;
• Among all the models on the market, the most popular manufacturers are: SAAZ, SS20, Demfi and Acomi. They offer good quality at an affordable price, as well as a large selection of models with different functional features.

Analogs of front shock absorber struts for Lada Vesta

Before considering the possibility of installing products from related companies, it is necessary to understand the part numbers and dimensions of the front pillars. After all, the right and left elements have different article numbers: left 8450006745 ; right 8450006744.

Returning to the issue of quality, we can state that original designs, with proper care and a calm driving style, last a long time, especially on our broken roads. Drivers are not bothered by knocking and noise.

Some of them do not agree with this: they modernize the factory struts and change the original valves. Today you can choose shock absorbers from allied companies, as they say, according to yourself:

1. Strengthened version.
2. Less noisy analog components.

There are a lot of options on sale to suit every taste and budget. We will consider only those analogues that have officially entered our market and are popular among Lada Vesta owners.