Classic recipe for sideways driving: tuning VAZ-2105

The VAZ-2105 was produced for about thirty years. The first car with characteristic square headlights rolled off the assembly line in 1980, and the last one relatively recently, in 2010. What was the reason for such popularity of the model?

Today, the difference between the “five” and the ancestor of the series – the VAZ-2101 – does not seem particularly significant. An engine of increased volume and power, new optics, different seats and a dashboard - these are all the differences. But at that time, the “five” and its luxury version, the VAZ-2107, were considered the best cars available to Soviet citizens who were not part of the party nomenclature.

However, times are changing, and today these cars in their original form can no longer meet the requirements and expectations of consumers. This, along with the popularity of the model and its low cost, makes tuning performed on the VAZ 2105 a fairly common occurrence.

Tuning VAZ 2105

There are many reasons why tuning enthusiasts prefer VAZ family cars:

• These cars are cheap and accessible.
• Simple machine design. It is difficult to spoil something here, and the results of incorrect actions can be easily eliminated.
• Availability of accessories and spare parts. The modern market offers many components required to modernize a VAZ. In addition, they are inexpensive.

Foreign cars do not have such positive factors for modernization. They are complex and require a specialized tuning approach. Tuning the VAZ 2105 is especially relevant, since this model in its standard version looks rather dull. As for the technical characteristics, they also leave much to be desired.

Video: tuning VAZ 2105

What is tuning

Tuning is the modification of a car, its modernization by replacing old elements with new ones to improve technical characteristics, comfort and appearance. In this case, the modification happens:

• External.
• Internal.
• Technical.
• Computer.

Tuning can easily be called a competition between amateurs who are trying to create a special and original masterpiece.

External modifications include painting the vehicle (vehicle), installing alloy wheels and body kits, tinting windows and applying stickers. Internal tuning is a change in the brake system, power unit and transmission. This improvement allows you to increase the acceleration dynamics, torque and power of the vehicle. Also, various modifications make it possible to increase the traction characteristics of the car, reduce fuel consumption, and so on.

Thanks to technical tuning, you can modify the interior of the car, that is, change the interior. Technical tuning includes replacing seats, updating covers, re-stretching the steering wheel, and installing additional devices such as audio systems, computer equipment and climate control devices. Computer tuning is called chip tuning. This is an improvement in the characteristics of the motor by changing its control program. In other words, replacing the engine firmware - like, for example, in a smartphone to obtain more advanced functionality.

Photo gallery: tuned VAZ 2105

Elegant image

VAZ 2105 is one of the most common cars for tuning

In terms of modification, the VAZ 2105 gives real freedom of action

Appearance

The appearance of the five is quite primitive, so if you want to be “different”, modifying the car’s external suspension will be very useful. Moreover, external tuning on domestic cars looks very, very impressive.

If desired, you can install a new front and rear bumper, but it is better not to install a spoiler, because this type of car is considered difficult to handle at high speeds; this will only worsen the spoiler and increase fuel consumption. But oddly enough, when driving at low speeds, the spoiler does not affect anything at all.

Body tuning

Most car owners start improving their car from the body and make a lot of mistakes . So, what is better not to do:

• Don't rush to install side skirts, air intakes and spoilers. Such modernization is absolutely useless if no powerful components of the power unit were installed before.
• Lowering the body is a fashion trend that is often used when tuning a car. Cars with low ground clearance have good handling, but at the same time their speed characteristics are reduced. Moreover, the lower part of the body is at risk, especially considering the condition of our roads.

What you can do:

• Install body parts. Bumpers and other body kits will allow you to change its shape.
• Tint windows and paint body. Such events will provide an opportunity to significantly change the appearance of the car, and you can do them yourself.

Tuning a car with your own hands is not a forced measure or a strict necessity, but is a true pleasure

More about bumpers on the VAZ 2105: https://bumper.guru/klassicheskie-modeli-vaz/kuzov/bamper-vaz-2105.html

Windshield tinting

A tinted windshield looks impressive, but is rare. According to GOST, the tinting of the front glass should be no more than 25%. Also, to improve visibility, you can install a reflective film on the windshield, the width of which does not exceed 14 centimeters.

Tools and materials

• Tinting film.
• Dry cloth.
• Industrial dryer.
• Putty knife.
• Knife.
• Soap solution.

First of all, you need to purchase high-quality film. You should not save on it, since cheap film often breaks, does not adhere well and is quickly scratched during use. It is equally important to choose the right spatula, because without it it is impossible to smooth the film properly. It is advisable to use a rubber spatula for the windshield; in extreme cases, you can use a soft plastic product.

Work order

In order for the film to take the shape of the windshield, it must be leveled when heated.

1. First, wash your windshield. To apply the film, you do not need to remove it, just remove the sealing rubber.
2. Next, measure the glass with a tape measure and cut the film to the size of the glass (with a margin).
3. Spray the soap solution on the glass and film, first removing it from the protective layer.
4. Stick the film on the glass, take a rubber eraser and drive out the water that remains inside.
5. Smooth the film from the center to the sides. To ensure that the tint perfectly takes the shape of the glass, heat it with a hairdryer.
6. If you fail to stick the film well, you can remove it and try again. As long as the tint film is wet, it will peel off easily. However, once it dries, you will not be able to remove the film without damaging it.
7. Some time after sticking, trim the film around the edges.

Changing headlights

The most popular way to modify headlights on a VAZ 2105 is to install LED lamps. According to experts, using LEDs instead of halogens is much more economical, and they provide better quality light.

LEDs can be installed in both the front and rear headlights of a car

The main advantages of installing LEDs in lights:

• The efficiency of LED lamps can significantly relieve the load on the vehicle’s on-board network.
• Such lamps provide diffused and even light, which will provide a good overview and will not dazzle oncoming drivers.
• LED lamps are very reliable and have a long service life.
• Lamps of this type look very beautiful in appearance.

Instead of LED lamps, you can install xenon lamps: they will shine brighter. But xenon is capable of blinding drivers of oncoming cars, which is a significant drawback.

Another option for upgrading headlights is tinting. The procedure is performed using a special tinting varnish or tinting film.

Tinting headlights with varnish

Tinting taillights with varnish

1. Wash and dry the headlights. It is not necessary to dismantle them.
2. Cover the area around the headlights with masking tape.
3. Degrease the surface.
4. Headlight tinting varnish is sold in cans. It must be applied from a distance of 30 centimeters. It should lie evenly.
5. Remember to take breaks between coats to allow the varnish to dry.
6. When the last coat has dried, polish the headlights to achieve a matte effect.
7. This tint can be removed using acetone.

Film tinting of headlights

Take precautions when tinting lighting sources so that you do not have problems with traffic police officers

1. Wash and dry the headlights.
2. Degrease the surface.
3. Cut the film to the size of the headlight.
4. Spray the headlight with soapy water.
5. Remove the backing from the film and place it on the headlight.
6. Using a rubber spatula, smooth the film from the center to the sides, removing water and air.

Tinting and grille on the rear window

The rear window grille is a very common car accessory.

An excellent alternative to tinting the rear window are special decorative curtains. As a rule, they are made of durable plastic and have a “blinds” design. Rear window grilles are very practical and perform several options at once. First of all, the plastic ribs of the grille, due to their shape, hold snow on their surface, thanks to which the glass remains clean. Moreover, this accessory not only protects from adverse weather conditions such as rain, snow and hail, but also from the sun's rays in hot weather. Another advantage of sun visors is their ease of installation. To install the element on a car, you simply need to place the edges of the grille behind the glass seal.

Video: rear window blinds

Roll cage

Have you ever seen, while looking at photos of sports cars, strange pipes that are mounted in the cabin and intersect with each other, forming a kind of cage for the driver? This is a safety cage that should prevent deformation of the body in the event of a collision or rollover of the vehicle.

Often, roll cages are made of steel, much less often - of aluminum

Safety frames are made of round pipes, since rounded sides are less dangerous . There are collapsible and non-dismountable frames. Collapsible frames, also called bolted frames, are connected by bolts, which allows the structure to be disassembled at any time. Non-separable frames (welded) often have a complex structure and are connected to the load-bearing structure of the body. In this case, installing the safety cage is a complex and time-consuming job.

Collapsible safety cage

Sticker of special film on headlights

It’s easy to do this VAZ-2105 tuning yourself. It is believed that tinting with a special film is a fresher look at improving the optics of a car. The higher quality the material, the better. You can usually buy good quality tint film from auto parts stores and advertising agencies. Its cost directly depends not only on the quality, but also on the manufacturing company. When selecting a material for tinting headlights, it is important to pay attention to its light transmittance. The lower the percentage of light transmittance, the worse the lantern will shine. You can apply the film yourself:

1. Wash and dry the surface of the headlights thoroughly.
2. Degrease the structure.
3. Cut the film to the size of the lights.
4. Wipe the headlights with soapy water.
5. Remove the protective backing from the film and apply the base material to the headlight.
6. Using a rubber spatula, smooth out the film, removing excess air and water.

Suspension tuning

There are quite a few things to consider here. Some car enthusiasts believe that modernization should begin with the selection of tires and alloy wheels. This is irrational, since when tuning the suspension, the brake discs are first replaced, since their new variations may differ significantly from the original ones in the location of the disc mounts. In addition, it is advisable to install double transverse stabilizers, which will make the ride smoother and the car more obedient. Replace the brackets at the same time as the stabilizer, since the original ones will quickly fall apart.

Pay special attention to the rear suspension of the “five”, as it is dependent. Today, this option is outdated, so in order to improve it, you should install an adjustable rod, it is called “Panhard”. Suspension tuning is completed by installing alloy wheels and tires.

Photo gallery: VAZ 2105 suspension tuning

VAZ 2105 suspension after tuning

VAZ anti-roll bar after tuning

A set of shock absorbers and springs for tuning the rear suspension of a VAZ

Utilities

Useful modifications of the five additionally include: sound insulation of the interior (floor, dashboard, ceiling), replacement of the dashboard with a new one.

It also makes life easier for the driver by installing a “beard” from the VAZ-2107; many switch buttons can be displayed on it. It makes the carpet flap between the driver and passenger seats more noble in appearance. You can buy an armrest complete with it; this addition will appeal to drivers who like to drive the car with one hand.

If you really do auto tuning, then completely, you can replace the door handles with new ones that are more attractive in appearance than the standard ones.

If you are the owner of a domestic five, do not rush to sell it, because after some improvements it will serve you for a long time and can look bright and very impressive!

Engine tuning

The simplest option for tuning a VAZ 2105 engine is to install a DAAZ 21053 generation Solex carburetor. Of course, the increase will be small. A more significant increase in power can be achieved as follows:

• Boring cylinder holes to 82 mm is a fairly effective method of modernizing the VAZ 2105 power unit, as it increases the volume to 1400 cm³. It should be noted that such work is very complex, so only experienced specialists should perform it. Along with boring the cylinders, it is possible to install sports camshafts, a new oil pump and compressor. Thus, the engine power will reach 100 hp. With.
• A more radical method of increasing technical characteristics is to replace the standard internal combustion engine with a rotary VAZ 413, which was produced in small batches. Its power is 140 hp. With. With this tuning, the maximum speed of the VAZ 2105 can be increased to 180 km/h, and acceleration to 100 km/h will take only 10 seconds.

Tuned VAZ 2105 engine

Note that an increase in the engine power of the “five” entails a decrease in its service life. So it was with the author of these lines: after increasing the power to 100 hp. With. the average resource of the power unit was only 75 thousand km. mileage before overhaul. Therefore, the car owner must decide whether he agrees to increase engine power while sacrificing reliability indicators.

Engine boost

Engine boosting (tuning) is a set of technical processes that are aimed at modernizing the power unit. Engine boosting is the replacement of factory stock parts with new, improved components.

In addition, factory engine parts can be lightened or modified. As you know, small engines have low torque. Therefore, in the case of the VAZ 2105, it is more advisable to install weighted parts rather than lightweight ones. For example, craftsmen in such cases install a flywheel from a Niva.

New upholstery

Another option for tuning the interior of a VAZ-2105 (see photo above) is the choice of new upholstery for the seats. The most “old-fashioned” option is to purchase fur covers. The upholstery can also be made from natural materials, suede and even leatherette. To reupholster all the seats in the car, you will need about three meters of upholstery.

For the job you will also need plywood, which you should cut to fit the outline of the seat. Next, upholstery material is applied to it and excess pieces are cut off from it. It is important to leave about 1 cm at the edges for margin. After this, the upholstery is wrapped to the back of the plywood and glued using foam rubber and adhesive. Apply the glue carefully, as too much glue can damage the seat upholstery. If genuine leather is selected for the reupholstery, then only a construction gun and special staples should be used to fix it.

Exhaust system tuning

A complete modernization of the VAZ 2105 is unthinkable without improving the exhaust system.

Tuned muffler

There are three types of exhaust system tuning:

• Audio tuning. This type of tuning makes it possible to influence the sound of the engine. You've probably seen more than once a car rushing through the streets, emitting a wild “roar” - this is the effect that audio tuning creates. To do this, it is necessary to replace the catalyst with a special flame arrester. After removing the catalyst, a direct-flow muffler is installed.
• Video tuning is a visual change in the muffler, that is, the use of special attachments.
• Technical tuning is used to increase engine power. It is quite difficult to do such work on your own, since during technical tuning all elements of the system change. Another disadvantage of such modernization is the increase in fuel consumption.

Direct flow muffler

By installing a direct-flow muffler, you can achieve an increase in power by 10–15%. Installing direct flow promotes rapid exhaust, which increases power. But this design is really effective on engines of high power and volume. Therefore, it is not recommended to install a forward flow when tuning a VAZ 2105; in this case, it is easier to install a sports “can” with a beautiful ending.

Sports muffler can

Exhaust manifold replacement

One type of exhaust system tuning is replacing the original exhaust manifold with an improved analogue called a “spider”. It differs from the factory design in the shape of the inlet pipes, as well as the method of attachment to the exhaust channels. "Spiders" are short and long. Short designs, as a rule, are installed on sports forced engines, as they provide an increase in power only at high speeds.

Long spiders are more practical because they make it possible to achieve increased power over a wider rpm range. For example, replacing the manifold on a VAZ 2105 will increase power by 7%.

As you can see, the VAZ 2105 is fertile ground for the embodiment of creative ideas. It all depends on your imagination, as well as the amount of free time and money that you are willing to invest in transforming your car.

We repair the light fixture without disassembling it

You can snap the ball into place without removing the glass, through the holes of the light bulbs on the back side of the illuminator:

• We drill a hole exactly opposite the latch at the top of the headlight;
• Insert a screwdriver into the hole;
• Attach the collet to the corrector ball;
• We seal the hole we drilled;
• We attach a hinged loop from a furniture cabinet (hinges 5-6 centimeters long, with mounting holes and a cutout on top on which it is attached) to each broken corrector unit;
• We insert the canopy into the slot of the adjustment screw;
• We move the screw so that the slot is in a narrow place of the canopy;
• Holding the canopy, unscrew the screw until it stops with force. This is how the canopy is fixed, which needs to be placed in a horizontal position;
• Using an electric drill, using a 3 mm drill, we make a hole in the base of the light where there is a hole on the canopy;
• We screw a shortened screw into the hole so that it does not reach the high beam reflector. This slot secures the adjustment screw securely; it can be broken again.

Selection by manufacturer

The product manufacturer also plays an important role in selection. It is better to trust a trusted, well-established supplier, since fly-by-night companies are not at all full of quality products.

Leading brands that top the ratings of car tint films:

Which manufacturer to give preference to is an individual matter.

It is important that products must have certificates (you have every right to request them from the seller). If these are not available, it is better not to purchase the product.

In the case of service in a car service center, responsibility for the quality of the film and its application falls on the shoulders of the company that provides this type of service.