Roof rack VAZ 2107 - tips on selection and installation

Cars of the VAZ “classic” family enjoy well-deserved love, including as economic “horses”. These cars carry trailers, building materials stick out of the windows, and, of course, every self-respecting summer resident has a special roof rack for transporting oversized and long cargo.

First of all, you need to decide on the dimensions of the VAZ 2107 trunk in order to know what maximum dimensions of cargo can be placed in the trunk with the lid closed. Here they are:

Everything that extends beyond these dimensions must be placed on the roof of the VAZ 2107 and transported on the top, removable trunk. This is especially true for long items. Materials such as boards, sticks, floor slats, if they do not exceed 4.5 meters in length, may not be marked with red marker flags. In the event that they protrude beyond the front and rear bumpers, they must bear the oversized load mark. This is especially true at the rear end.

There is an explanation for this: the front end is clearly visible to the driver, and he himself makes sure not to drive too close at the traffic lights.

The roof rack of the car is designed for a weight of no more than 50 kilograms. If the driver is sure that the road will be perfect, without the slightest holes, bumps and vertical vibrations, then you can put 75 and even in extreme cases 80-90 kg, but no more. Carrying heavier loads will cause deformation of the body structure, and this leads to disruption of the opening and closing of doors.

The photo shows an old trunk that was produced in the USSR. Its weak point is its “bowl-shaped” shape with raised edges. On such a trunk it is difficult to transport barrels placed on the roof, sheets of cellular polycarbonate rolled into cylinders due to the small number of points of contact.

Currently, all “classics” have high-strength and lightweight roof racks that fit all car models, from VAZ 2101 to VAZ 2107. They are made quite durable and lightweight, and are coated with anti-corrosion powder paints.

The supporting system itself, as a rule, is hollow box-shaped bars made of strong sheet metal, square in cross-section, which are located in a single row, in the amount of 6 - 8, connected at the ends by supports that give rigidity to the structure. Four support mechanisms, which have different designs, are attached to the supports. Most often they are made using eccentric - tightening screws.

In order not to scratch the profile of the VAZ 2107 drain, to which the trunk is attached, the contacting parts are equipped with inserts - polyethylene liners.

When installing a trunk on a VAZ 2107, you must follow two rules:

• The edges of the trunk should be at an equal distance from the windshield and rear window - this ensures correct alignment and distribution of the load on the roof;
• When tightening, you must maintain uniformity. There should be no unevenly tightened eccentrics;

It is even more important to follow the rules for securing cargo on the trunk.

• The most important thing is that the loads are securely secured in the anteroposterior direction. When the vehicle brakes in an emergency, heavy loads occur and cargo can be torn off the trunk.
• When driving with a loaded rack on roundabouts and long turns, you need to drive slower than usual and evenly, otherwise the angular acceleration may be too strong and the load will be torn to one side.
• When transporting long boards and whips, you must be very careful when starting, accelerating and braking, as the ends of the whips “play” and rock the car, causing vibration.
• Particular attention should be paid to transporting bulk cargo in strong winds - if possible, you should avoid this and wait for calm weather;
• Loads with a large area and resistance (rolled covering material, empty barrels) must be secured especially carefully;
• While driving, listen carefully to sounds on the roof. Take the time to go out several times and check the security of the cargo and the trunk itself.

By applying these simple rules, you can avoid troubles associated with a sudden drop and damage to the load, or - even worse - creating an emergency situation on the road.

ALTERNATIVE OPENING OF THE TRUNK FOR A VAZ 2107

Many owners of domestic cars, due to the lack of opportunity to purchase a more expensive vehicle, are trying to make their cars more comfortable. One of the options for improving the functionality of the VAZ 2107 is to control the trunk lock from the passenger compartment. This can be done either using a button or using a cable, which eliminates the need to open the mechanism with a key.

OPENING BY BUTTON

As the owner of the “Seven”, equipping the car with a device for opening the trunk with a button will not be difficult. The positive aspects of the electric drive include the following:

• convenience;
• practicality;
• following fashion.

Installing a trunk lock control button allows you to control the mechanism from inside the car

Some motorists believe that such an option on the VAZ 2107 is useless, but it’s still worth trying and seeing the usefulness of such a device. If you have decided to install an electric trunk drive, then first you will need to prepare the necessary parts:

• four-pin relay and a special terminal for it;
• activator;
• wires;
• button;
• female and male connectors, as well as electrical tape and heat shrink.

To install an electric lock on the trunk lid you will need an electric drive, wires, connectors, terminals and a button.

The activator is an electric drive, the operation of which is based on retraction or repulsion, depending on the installation diagram. First you need to remove the lock and install the drive rod. In order to be able to influence the lock tongue, you need to drill a hole in the side of the mechanism and bend the rod itself slightly. Once the rod is secured, the lock can be put in place. To avoid adjusting the mechanism, you should first mark its location with a marker or pencil. Next, you need to secure the electric drive, which will require 2 screws and a plate included with the device. Having fixed the product on the lid, proceed to the connection stage.

To be able to control the trunk lock from a button, you will need to connect the electric drive rod to the tongue, and attach the activator itself to the trunk lid

Before starting electrical work, remove the negative terminal from the battery and study the connection diagram.

Installation of the electric lock is carried out according to the electrical diagram

The electric drive device is supplied with power directly from the battery or through a fuse. Electrical installation consists of the following steps:

1. Voltage is supplied from the battery to the relay in accordance with the diagram.
2. Relay contact No. 86 is connected to the electric lock control button. The button is located on the dashboard in a convenient place.
3. Using a wire, contact No. 30 of the relay is connected to the green conductor of the electric drive using connectors.
4. The blue wire of the electric lock is connected to the vehicle ground.
5. Check the operation of the device.

VIDEO: INSTALLING AN ELECTRIC TRUNK LOCK ON A VAZ 2107

OUTPUT OF THE TRUNK LOCK CABLE TO THE PASSENGER

The trunk lock on the “seven” can be opened using a cable pulled into the car’s interior. To implement this idea you will need:

• cable 4 m long and 1.2 mm in diameter;
• braid 4 m long from bicycle cables;
• braid ends and cable clamps.

In order to be able to unlock the trunk lock using a cable, it is necessary to make holes in the mechanism to thread the cable and secure it to the tongue. Then they lay a cable from the lock to the driver's seat through the trunk lid, and install a suitable lever to open the mechanism. As a lever, you can use the hood opening mechanism from the VAZ 2109, on which the cable is attached. All that remains is to check the operation of the design.

PHOTO GALLERY: INSTALLING AND ROUTING THE CABLE TO THE TRUNK LOCK

To control the trunk lock using a cable, you will need the cable itself, a braid and some components

The cable control lever is installed near the driver's seat

The cable is attached to the tongue of the trunk lock to control the mechanism

Optimizing space in the seven

It is not at all necessary to have an apiary for twelve hives or a serious homestead, so that sometimes you need to transport a fairly large load or a lot of small items. Situations are different, and especially when going on a trip in a VAZ 2107, not everyone wants to burden themselves with a trailer. This is why there are additional luggage racks.

But first, let’s deal with the standard, ordinary trunk of the seven. It is far from the ideal of rational distribution of space, in fact, as in all classic Zhiguli cars. The side members, wheel arches, niches, gas tank and rear suspension cups form a kind of labyrinth for dumping all sorts of rubbish. Only the size of the trunk of a VAZ 2107 is quite difficult to measure with a tape measure. It turns out to be an intricate figure, however, there are heroes who did it. The photo shows the dimensions and geometry of the trunk.

ROOF RACK FOR VAZ 2107

If the “seven” is often used to transport various cargoes, then, as a rule, the standard trunk is not enough. In this case, it is convenient to use a special roof rack. Oversized cargo can be secured on this structure. Before choosing a product, you need to find out the dimensions of the elements that can be placed on the trunk. Long materials such as boards, sticks, pipes, if their length is up to 4.5 meters, may not be marked with red flags. If the cargo exceeds the dimensions of the vehicle, i.e. protrudes beyond the front and rear bumpers, it must be marked with special red flags that inform other road users about the transportation of oversized cargo.

WHAT ARE THERE ARE RACKS?

On the roof of the VAZ 2107 you can install a roof rack of both the old type and the modern type. The standard “Zhigulevsky” trunk has dimensions of 1300*1050*215 mm, and its load capacity is up to 50 kg. This structure is fastened to the roof gutters using bolts. In general, roof racks can be divided into 3 groups:

• open;
• closed;
• in the form of racks.

The first option is universal. The product consists of transversely and longitudinally directed metal beams with a square or round profile.

The classic type trunk consists of a metal frame that ensures structural strength and reliability of fastening

The closed trunk is a trunk (box). The main advantage of this design is the protection of the transported cargo from bad weather.

The trunk in the form of a box allows you to protect the transported cargo from bad weather

The product, made in the form of racks, is used for transporting bicycles and other equipment. This design is used less frequently, but the load can be fixed on it easily and reliably.

A roof rack made of racks and crossbars allows you to easily and securely secure the load.

WHICH MANUFACTURER TO CHOOSE

There are many manufacturers of roof racks for the VAZ 2107 on the Russian market. The most popular companies include: Mamont (Russia), Golitsyno (Russia), BelAZ (Belarus), Inter (Russia). The price range of products ranges from 640 rubles. up to 3200 rub.

HOW TO INSTALL

Structurally, the roof of the “seven” has storm drains to which the trunk racks are attached. The installation of the structure for transporting luggage on the roof of the VAZ 2107 should be carried out at the same distance from the front and rear windows. Thus, the load on the upper part of the body and the pillars is distributed evenly. The rack fastenings are placed so that they do not create an obstacle to the doors when they open and close. On the Lada seventh model of recent years of production, there are special marks in the interior that indicate where the A-pillars are located. This makes it easier to install the product on the roof and position it.

When installing a roof rack, you need to ensure its positioning and install it in such a way as not to interfere with the doors

Before tightening the racks, you need to make sure that they are parallel to each other without distortion. If an installation error occurs, the roof surface may be damaged. After installing the racks, tighten the fasteners tightly so that the rubber elements are pressed well against the roof gutters. Having secured the luggage structure to the body, the product is considered ready for use. The main thing is to ensure that the load is securely secured, which will prevent its loss during sudden braking or maneuvers.

Today, a car trunk is increasingly used for its intended purpose, and in order to make its operation more convenient, you need to take care of the appropriate preparation. In the luggage compartment of the VAZ 2107, many people make a raised floor where the necessary things and tools are located. This kind of work is easy to do with your own hands, because it requires a minimum of tools and materials. Thus, it is possible to improve the condition of the luggage compartment and increase its functionality, which will ensure ease of use of the vehicle.

How to make a trunk

If the car is equipped with roof rails - standard metal railings on the roof - it is recommended to make aluminum or steel crossbars that will serve as the bottom of the trunk.

If the standard equipment of the car does not include roof rails, you can make a welded trunk structure with a bottom and sides. It is not practical to make a car roof box with your own hands; the cost of work and materials will cost 50-60% higher than buying a ready-made roof rack.

The trunk manufacturing process is divided into the following stages:

Materials and tools

One of the main stages of production when making it yourself is the correct calculation of the weight of the finished structure and the creation of a drawing. The ideal material for a car trunk would be aluminum profiles. Aluminum is characterized by high strength, flexibility and low weight.

Profile pipes can become an alternative material. The weight of the material is relatively small, thin-walled profile pipes are resistant to corrosion, high strength and low price. The cost of a profile pipe is two times lower than a similar aluminum one.

Strips of stainless steel sheet should be used as a roof rack material in extreme cases, as the material is heavy and expensive.

To make fasteners, you can use prepared industrial steel plates.

Tools you will need:

Design measurements and drawing

If you want to make your own roof rack, where standard roof rails are installed, you just need to measure the distance between them. The crossbars will be fastened to the mentioned roof rails. If these elements are not present in the car, then it is necessary to measure the length and width of the roof. Based on these numbers, a design drawing is created, where the following parameters are calculated:

When drawing a drawing, make the front side streamlined, and install an aluminum arch in the front part of the structure. If the roof length exceeds 2.5 meters, six support points will be required; if less, four fasteners are sufficient.

According to the drawing, blanks are cut out from the selected material, then the frame is welded.

Welding work

Correctly making a trunk with your own hands depends on the accuracy of preliminary measurements and the design drawing. Welding work is carried out in the following sequence:

Tool steel is heavy; you should not use more than three strips of steel to reinforce the bottom of the trunk.

Ensuring aerodynamics and fixing the sides

In order to minimize the reduction in the aerodynamic performance of the car due to the installation of a homemade trunk, it is recommended to use inclined mounting of the struts on the front and rear of the structure.

To do this, the upper side tubes should be slightly smaller than the similar lower ones. Therefore, the racks on the front and rear of the bottom of the structure are welded at an angle. The angle of inclination and length of the upper side parts are calculated during the process of drawing up the design drawing.

Aesthetic touches

After all welding work, the structure on the machine is carefully ground, primed and painted. Before priming, parts are degreased.

Using a primer with a high zinc content will maximize the protection of the metal trunk from corrosion and make painting easier.

A few days after the structure is primed, painting is done.

As an additional aesthetic touch, you can install decorative nuts that completely cover the mounting bolts.

Product Description

The trunk is a structure designed to transport large cargo . Located on the roof of the vehicle. Its design usually includes transverse and longitudinal supports and a fastening system.

The presence of a trunk is relevant in the following cases:

• A trip is being planned. You need to take with you the necessary things for an interesting and comfortable pastime.
• Transportation of purchased pieces of furniture and large equipment is required.
• An apartment move is planned.

The advantages of the trunk are that the device does not block the driver’s view, is inexpensive and is reliable.

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Comments 106

And when you take out the spare tire, doesn’t the wing interfere?

How will it interfere if you put it on yourself and up. Of course, it takes longer than usual to pull out the spare tire, but you don’t carry it every day

done perfectly. I think there will be a lot of dust, and it will be difficult to remove it

nice and neat)

uh, sedans don’t even have a boot, but here the last hint of it is mercilessly killed.

but I don’t drive anything there)

I don’t understand at all why you need a car that doesn’t carry anything except your ass.

but I have a car for transporting goods)

The VAZ 2102 (2104) will help you with this, it will have a larger trunk)))

What does the cost depend on?

The price of roof racks for the VAZ 2107 varies widely . The large difference in cost is explained by the fact that sellers take into account a number of factors when compiling the price list. The price of the product is affected by:

1. Variety.
2. Model.
3. Company manufacturer.
4. Place of purchase.
5. State.
6. Quality.
7. Material of manufacture.
8. Availability of a warranty card.
9. Delivery required.
10. Availability of current shares.

Main varieties

Manufacturers offer a wide range of roof racks. Among the popular designs it is worth highlighting the following:

• Basic . They are also called classic. They consist of crossbars and crossbars. Made of metal. They are universal. Allows you to transport various items. They have fasteners to secure things.
• Expeditionary . Made in the form of a basket with compartments. They can carry bump stops, flashlights, and a spare tire. Suitable for tourism lovers. Additionally, they perform a protective function, as they prevent scratching of the body by tree branches.
• Autoboxes . They look like a bag. Protect the roof from dirt and precipitation. Made from high-strength plastic. They are divided into hard and soft.
• Bicycles . Designed for transporting bicycles and sports equipment. They are fasteners located in different areas.

Roof racks available:

• Universal (suitable for all brands of cars).
• Specialized (for a specific car model).

Depending on the condition, you can take the product:

• New.
• Used.

At the place of purchase, the product may be:

1. Purchased from a specialty store in the city.
2. Ordered from an online auto parts store.
3. Taken from a private advertisement.
4. Purchased from the manufacturer's warehouse.
5. Purchased at a car dismantling point.

For VAZ 2107 you can take a roof rack:

• Original (manufactured by AvtoVAZ).
• Non-original (any other manufacturer).

There are luggage systems at the mounting location:

• To the drain.
• On the roof rails.

The luggage racks of the following companies are suitable for the VAZ 2107:

• DELTA.
• Amos.
• Eurodetail.

Luggage rack manufacturers

Gutter racks have been produced since USSR times. But due to the bowl-shaped shape and the small number of points of contact with the load, Soviet designs have sunk into oblivion. Although they can be found today as a rarity or an “unkillable” platform for transporting agricultural products.

Currently, luggage devices are made of lightweight, durable alloys using an anti-corrosion coating.

Load capacity 70 kg. Price from 450 to 900 rubles depending on the length of the crossbars. An excellent budget option, but at speed it shows poor aerodynamics - it is noisy.

Luggage baskets are installed on the Semerka. They create the necessary volume for small-sized personal items. But boxes on 2107 are a rare phenomenon. If only this is a car that has undergone exterior tuning. Then the shape of the airbox is combined with the curves of the car.

Video about installing a roof rack on gutters

At the end, two main rules should be added for installing luggage accessories on the drains of a VAZ-2107:

And also take care of the roof and operate the trunk in accordance with the instructions.

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Approximate prices

For a VAZ 2107 car, you can get a new roof rack for 790-14,800 rubles . You can find approximate prices for different models in the table below.

A used roof rack for a VAZ 2107 is sold for 450-700 rubles .

Expedition trunk