Wheel bolt pattern on VAZ cars, disc drilling

The appearance of car wheels has a high impact on the overall aesthetic perception. Therefore, many car owners are in a hurry to get rid of the small and inconspicuous stamped steel disk and replace it with a new, impressive-looking aluminum or titanium one.

In addition to improving appearance, replacing heavy stamping with lightweight options brings with it many other benefits. Among them: increasing dynamic qualities and reducing fuel consumption. However, we must not forget that incorrectly replacing disks can also lead to many troubles.

What wheels were installed on different bodies and configurations?

When selecting new wheels for any car, including the domestic VAZ-2107, it is necessary to take into account a number of factors specific to this particular model. Traditionally, most cars that rolled off the Volzhsky Automobile Plant assembly line had the most budget-friendly wheel options. The VAZ-2107 was equipped with 13-inch stamped steel elements with standard tires in size 175/70R13.

Starting from 1982 until the end of mass production in 2012, the “seven” was produced in 13 modifications. One of them, namely the VAZ-21077, was developed specifically for export to the UK. In this version, more expensive, alloy wheel versions were installed on it.

Knowing the basic technical parameters of a wheel rim, you can determine its compatibility with a specific car model. In addition to the diameter, you need to take into account such indicators as:

• Rim width.
• PCD – diagram for drilling mounting holes (bolt pattern).
• ET – disc ejection.
• DIA is the diameter of the central hole.

As for the bolt pattern and the central hole, everything here is traditional for the old Tolyatti models. These indicators are strictly tied to the parameters of the hub. In numerical terms, they look like this: 4x98 mm and 58.5 mm, respectively: 4 is the number of fastening points, 98 mm is the distance between the centers of opposite mounting holes, 58.5 mm is the diameter of the hole located in the center of the disk.

Rim width is measured in inches. In the VAZ-2107 this indicator is equal to the values ​​5 and 5.5. Knowing the width of the rim, you can understand how wide the tire should be. In the marking this value is written as follows: 5J and 5.5J.

The offset is the segment between the imaginary plane dividing the rim into 2 equal-width rings and the docking area of ​​the car's hub. In the marking, these are the letters “ET” and the numerical value is indicated in millimeters. Standard VAZ-2107 wheels have an offset of ET29.

Full coincidence of the central hole of the disk with the corresponding parameter of the hub helps to accurately center the disk during installation, which has a positive effect on the service life of the tires and eliminates wheel runout when driving.

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• Bolt pattern 4X98.

  Petr Expert The future lies with AvtoVAZ!

  10/12/2014 at 18:00

• During its existence, the VAZ 2107 was equipped only with 13-inch stamped wheels. The tires had the following parameters - 175/70 R13.

  Wheel sizes - the most important parameters: bolt pattern 4X98, offset ET 29, width - 5.0J, centering hole CO 60.1

  wheelman I know everything about tires and wheels

  10/12/2014 at 18:08

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Parameters of standard nuts and bolts

M12x1.25 bolts were used as fasteners in the VAZ-2107. As a replacement, you can use studs with nuts. Both bolts and nuts have a pressure shaped surface under their heads. The choice of nuts and bolts according to the shape of the clamping surface is made in accordance with the shape of the seat of the mounting points on the disk being installed. The use of fasteners that do not comply with this requirement is unacceptable.

The material of alloy wheels is much softer than steel. For this reason, an increase in the contact area with the clamping surface of the fastener is required. But, even if everything is selected and tightened correctly, during the first time of operation you should regularly tighten the bolts or nuts until the metal has completely settled and compacted in the drilling areas.

Selection principles

The selection of wheels is made taking into account the design features of the vehicle and operating conditions, assessing the impact of many factors.

The VAZ-2107 on 14 wheels looks more attractive than the standard version, but it must be taken into account that a new light-alloy version will lead to additional financial costs due to a change in tire size.

A car with 15 rims looks beautiful, but requires the use of low-profile tires, otherwise the tires will rub against the wheel arch protection. Operation in off-road conditions, maximum loading of the trunk with this option is fraught with negative consequences.

Wide wheels with a long offset increase stability, but tend to heavily pollute the car in bad weather conditions. The large curb weight of the car leads to friction between the tires and the fender liners.

The selection of accessories is carried out taking into account the correspondence of the parameters of the tires used to the standard sizes of the wheels. Dimensions of 13 inches exclude the use of wide-profile tires due to the small volume of the wheel arch.

Choosing non-standard wheels means replacing car tires. It is necessary to take into account the acceptable tire sizes for the VAZ-2107 recommended by experts:

• diameter 13-15 inches;
• width 165-185 mm;
• tire profile – 55-80%.

What drives can be installed

To replace the factory-installed 13 disks with new products, you can choose the same stamping, only with a larger diameter. Installation of 14 and 15-inch disks is allowed here. Stamped steel wheels are practical in terms of use. They combine strength, durability, repairability and affordability.

The main disadvantage is their heavy weight, which leads to deterioration in vehicle handling, difficulty in acceleration and braking, and increased fuel consumption. All the disadvantages of stamped discs can be minimized by using cast, forged and prefabricated options. Among other advantages, light alloy wheels also have high thermal conductivity, which contributes to faster cooling of the brake system elements.

Alloy wheels are always made of aluminum, titanium and magnesium. Such products are durable, lightweight and look good on any car. But the impact of a strong collision often leads to cracks or their complete destruction. They are no longer subject to repair.

Forged wheels are produced by hot stamping. They are more durable, but their increased ability to maintain shape under dynamic loads means that the entire shock load is rigidly transmitted to the vehicle's suspension.

Prefabricated discs usually consist of 2 or 3 bolted elements. Each segment can be made of different materials. If such a product fails, any of these segments can be disconnected and replaced with a new element.

The selection of tires is made based on the size of the wheels. The rim width indicator indicates the size of the tire seat. And, of course, the tires must match the diameter. So, for example, on 14 rims, you should choose tires whose markings include the value R14. The table shows the dimensional parameters of tires on the VAZ 2107 and the corresponding wheels.

In tire sizes, the first indicator indicates the width, values ​​from 55 to 70 indicate the profile height as a percentage of its width.

When selecting tires on 15 rims, you should choose a product with a low profile. High profile tires may not fit into the wheel arch or may interfere with body parts. This will become especially noticeable when driving on bad roads or off-road.

When choosing wide wheels and tires, you should remember that they are more susceptible to lateral skidding in bad weather conditions.

VAZ 2107 tires: features of operation and storage

Safety on the road directly depends on the condition of the wheels of the “Seven”. Therefore, you need to take a responsible approach to the choice of wheels and tires, monitor the condition of the tread and tire pressure. To do this, you need to know the parameters of the wheels, the nominal tire pressure, and the type of tread suitable for specific weather conditions.

Bolt pattern VAZ 2107

The first thing you need to pay attention to when installing wheels is the bolt pattern of the VAZ 2107. The design of the “seven” provides for the wheel pattern “98x4” - fastening with four bolts, the holes of which are located on a circle with a diameter of 98 millimeters.

Many foreign cars have a close bolt pattern - 100x4. In the first case, the distance between the centers of the bolts is 69.3 mm, in the second - 70.7 mm.

An error of 1.4 mm does not make it possible to properly fasten a “non-original” disk, which over time will lead to damage to the disk, bolts or mounting holes.

There are ways to attach 100x4 wheels to a VAZ 2107 using studs, eccentrics, spacers or extended bolts. But all of them either worsen the reliability of fastening or complicate it unnecessarily. Unless absolutely necessary, it is better to install “native” disks. Improper wheel mounting can cause imbalance and vibration, and in the worst case, a wheel falling off while driving can cause an accident.

Tire pressure VAZ 2107

The nominal tire pressure depends on the type of tire and the load on the vehicle. If the wheels are overinflated or low, the contact patch between the tire and the road changes. This causes deterioration in controllability and an increase in braking distance. In addition, uneven accelerated wear of the tread begins. Over-inflated tires increase wear on the center of the tire, while under-inflated tires increase wear on the edges.

It is recommended to check tire pressure after 500 km, but in practice it is better to do this more often. Small tire punctures, disc and spool defects cause air to escape from individual tires. In this case, the car may drift off course, especially when braking.

The nominal pressure in VAZ 2107 tires depends on the tire size:

• 165/80R13 - 1.6 for front, 1.9 for rear wheels;
• 175/70R13 - 1.7 for front, 2.0 for rear wheels.

In hot weather and when driving, tire pressure increases. With an aggressive driving style, taking sharp turns at high speed, the pressure can increase to 3-4 atmospheres.

The tire material is designed for this and can withstand such changes. But if there is a hernia or cut on the tire, it may explode.

A front tire explosion is especially dangerous, after which it is very difficult to keep the car on the road.

As pressure decreases, rolling resistance increases, which leads to increased fuel consumption. The tire also bends and the car becomes less responsive when maneuvering.

If the tire pressure is too low, the tires may even fall apart when cornering sharply.

Tire selection and storage

• The tire type must be appropriate for the season and road surface conditions. When the average daily temperature is below 5 degrees, you should switch to winter tires, and when it is warmer, to summer tires.
• Summer tires harden at low temperatures and lose grip on the road surface. Winter ones wear out intensively at high temperatures.
• You should not buy studded winter tires if you have to drive on city streets cleared of snow without leaving the city. The studs are good on snow and mud, but do not perform well on asphalt.
• Before storage, tires must be cleaned of dirt and washed.
• Tires should be stored upright on the floor or rack without any sharp edges that could damage the rubber.
• It is unacceptable to store tires hanging from the inner surface - in this position, the edge of the tire adjacent to the rim will be deformed.
• Do not store tires in direct sunlight or outdoors.
• It is unacceptable to place heating devices near tires.

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Minimum and maximum possible parameters of non-standard disks

So, the smallest disk diameter provided by the VAZ-2107 manufacturing plant is 13 inches. The maximum size should not exceed 15 inches, provided that low-profile tires are available.

The wheel rim must either correspond to the parameters of the VAZ-2107 hub according to PCD - 4x98 mm and according to DIA - 58.5 mm, or its installation will require the use of special adapter spacers. The product with PCD – 4x100 mm can be installed using fasteners with an eccentric.

You can try to get around the 5J-6J rim width limitation by changing the “ET” value. The use of spacers will reduce the size of the offset, which will allow the installation of wider wheels. But the question immediately arises about the appropriateness of these actions.

Giving a more modern look to any older car model is quite appropriate and acceptable in most cases. Changing disks in this sense is no exception. However, if you are carried away by tuning the VAZ-2107, you should not forget about the technical characteristics.

Any re-equipment must be accompanied by an improvement in both appearance and performance. Or at least you should try not to spoil what was originally there.

Bolt pattern compatibility table for Zhiguli wheels

Taking into account the above descriptions of bolt patterns, they can be easily combined into one informative table, according to which every car enthusiast who owns one or another Lada model will always be able to choose the correct wheel rim parameters.

This table of correspondence of geometric characteristics to brands and modifications of domestic cars is given below:

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Important!

This table is often included in the algorithm of specialized programs associated with a warehouse accounting database.

Interior of rims for VAZ cars

The bolt pattern of VAZ wheel rims is a very important indicator of the model, which significantly limits the range of products offered for sale. If the driver suddenly takes a fancy to a disc that has different characteristics, he will have to completely change the design of the hub and install the studs in a new order. Experts say that such a practice is fraught with unpredictable consequences during the operation of the vehicle.

Corrosion protection

For reliable operation of the chassis, everything is important: the bolt pattern, the dimensions of all components, the alignment/camber settings, and even the protection of the arches from corrosion. It is the arches that are more susceptible to adverse factors than other parts of the body - from ordinary moisture during rain to reagents on winter roads

To ensure reliable protection of the arches, it is best to install lockers (fender liners) on the VAZ 2110. Such protection will cost much less than subsequent repairs of rusted arches

It is important to choose the correct size of the lockers and ensure their tight fit in the area of ​​the arches

We hope that by completing all the repair work yourself, you will provide your VAZ 2110 with many years of trouble-free service on the road.

All car enthusiasts come into contact with the installation or replacement of wheel rims. Sooner or later, for various reasons, most car enthusiasts were faced with the problem of choosing new wheels. The reasons may be different - damage to the standard disk, tuning in the form of installing disks of larger diameter, other reasons.

When replacing, you should be guided by certain compatibility parameters; not every disc, even one of a suitable radius, will fit any car model. One of the important parameters when choosing rims is their bolt pattern.

Standard wheel sizes VAZ 2107 1.6i 2107x

The VAZ 2107 1.6i 2107x model was produced from 2002 to 2012. Table of standard and suitable wheel sizes for VAZ 2107 1.6i 2107x.

Disc drilling parameters are usually called bolt pattern:

• LZ (number of holes)
• PCD (hole center circle diameter)
• ET (disc offset)
• DIA (hole diameter)

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Despite the fact that this information is taken from the websites of auto manufacturers, our catalog is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee full compliance of the proposed sizes with your car.

Stamped

Main advantages:

• Low cost.
• Unpretentiousness.
• Excellent wear resistance.
• Plastic.

The stamping, falling into the hole, does not break or crack, it only wrinkles. You can straighten out the dent with a regular hammer.

The main disadvantage, perhaps, is the large mass. Because of this, the car takes a long time to accelerate, it develops greater inertia, and the braking distance increases. All these qualities affect the car’s handling and increase fuel consumption.

If you look at the stamped wheels on the VAZ 2107 from an aesthetic point of view, you will notice that they all look the same. The factory coating is usually of poor quality, so the paint quickly begins to fly off and the surface becomes covered with rust. To prevent the stamping from making noise or being corroded by salt, it must be constantly washed.

Wheel alignment

After replacing wheel rims, the dimensions and bolt patterns of which differ from those provided for by the design of the VAZ 2110, it is necessary to make all the necessary adjustments in order to ensure reliable protection of the entire chassis, as well as tires and arches.

Correct alignment angles are required for each front wheel. There are three parameters that require correct installation: wheel toe, caster angles of the steering axles, and camber angles of each wheel.

Wheel installation options

The rules by which the parameters of the front wheel are set are as follows:

1. You won't go far if everything hangs out the way it wants, and the car is pulled to the side when it should be going straight. To ensure the stability of each front wheel, they are installed strictly at the required angles to the body and suspension elements. This is called the longitudinal inclination angles of the turning axis. Installation dimensions are indicated in the instruction manual;
2. Camber is the angle between the plane in which the wheel rotates and the vertical. The camber bolt helps install it (it secures the telescopic strut and steering knuckle). If the camber is installed incorrectly, the car “steals” and the tire tread wears out more on one side;

Cast

Today, the best wheels on the VAZ 2107 are considered to be cast products.
They recently came into fashion and quickly gained great popularity. Light alloys are used for their production, so they weigh 30% less than stamped counterparts. Alloy wheels are highly durable and almost never rust. In addition, their appearance has many differences. Designers take care of the aesthetics of the product, giving it an original look.

If we consider die-cast models from the point of view of functionality, certain advantages immediately become noticeable:

• Fast acceleration.
• Soft movement
• Reduced fuel consumption.

For all their advantages, alloy wheels are not without negative qualities. After a strong blow, for example, when flying into a deep hole, it will not crumple, but simply burst. Such parts cannot be repaired.

The cost of cast structures is always higher than ordinary stamping, and the service life is much shorter.

Any impact is transmitted to the suspension, since alloy wheels cannot absorb external influences by their own deformation. Each driver decides which wheels to install on a VAZ 2107 individually, taking into account future operating conditions.

When choosing, it is very important to consider the car model. For example, wheels for low-profile tires are not suitable for summer residents; heavy structures will increase fuel consumption

Proper sound insulation of car doors - what's the secret?

It is the doors in the car that are the weak point through which noise penetrates most into the interior.

You can ignore this if frequent use of the car is not your habit, otherwise extraneous sounds will be annoying and disturbing. Do-it-yourself soundproofing of car doors can reduce the noise level significantly, and you can do everything yourself

Therefore, it is better to accompany all your actions with detailed notes. You can also schematically sketch the location of the screws on whatman paper and attach each unscrewed fastener to the paper with tape. This way, no one will get lost or forgotten. It is better not to disassemble the window lifter and door opening and closing mechanisms, since putting them back together is quite difficult, and they will not interfere with sound insulation. The second step is to remove the factory soundproofing materials from the door wall. The surface after dismantling must be degreased and clean.