The Luaz 969m model can be called the first successful Soviet-made SUV, even though the concept of a highly maneuverable and maneuverable car, which was laid down during production, failed due to the installation of a Zaporozhye engine. In general, this car, the beginning of the production of which dates back to 1967, showed itself on the good side, let's see what else can be done with it.
1 Tuning the Luaz 969 m model - new frontiers of the possible
In Soviet times, this light SUV with a small engine was distinguished primarily by a tough independent suspension, small mass, front-wheel drive and low vehicle center of gravity. However, over time, all these advantages have become disadvantages, as time does not stand still, Automotive industry develop, technology grow - driving a Luase 969m with normal characteristics in modern conditions is quite difficult.
Today, competent tuning of this model begins with an engine update. The regular unit, which was already outdated even in the 70s of the last century, is most often replaced with a more powerful and suitable one. Depending on the financial possibilities, this can be either new unit from any of the VAZ models, or a foreign analogue, for example, from Isuzu or Toyota cars. In the first case, the ideal option would be to install a 1.2 liter engine from a "penny" VAZ 2101, however, it is very problematic to replace it yourself. It is also necessary to replace the transmission of the car, you will also have to perform welding work, because the VAZ engine does not fit perfectly into the body of the Luaz. You will have to grind the pulleys, change the engine protection and install a new generator, since the standard 40-amp version is completely unsuitable even if a VAZ engine is installed. Chip tuning in this case is not possible due to the lack of an ECU on the Luaz 969 model.
After replacing the engine, it is necessary to replace the clutch, redo the suspension, install a differential lock, power steering, etc.
If you decide to replace the engine with a more powerful analogue foreign production there will be many more changes. Some owners prefer to install diesel version engines from old Toyota SUVs along with the replacement of steering with power steering from the same models. To increase the cross-country ability, it will be useful to replace the bottom of the car and strengthen the roof structure. The bottom is made of strong steel plates, and the roof is either completely cut off or an additional support is installed. Lifting will increase the clearance of the car, for it it is enough to purchase a ready-made lift kit. However, it is better to entrust such serious tuning changes to specialists in this field, this will save you time, nerves and money.
2 Changes in the appearance of Luaz 969m - there is no limit to fantasy
An angular body, somewhat reminiscent of a box of matches, two protruding headlights - this car is practically devoid of aesthetics. No wonder, because it was created primarily for military purposes. But nothing prevents the owners this vehicle show your imagination and convert Luaz into a more "serious" city car, or an SUV with a high degree of cross-country ability.
In the first case, you can contact a tuning studio, but you can also use special ones, with which there is a chance to create a truly unique look of the car. If you decide to make this car more passable, then the first thing to do is to increase the ground clearance, replace the standard wheels and install an off-road tuning kit, which includes a standard set of external equipment.
With your own hands, using special tools, you can install the winch in front bumper, kenguryatnik (you need to take care of the correct fastening so as not to increase the load on the front of the body), roof rack, protective thresholds, additional optics on the roof and reinforced bumpers in the front and rear. All these changes, along with a new body color, will significantly improve the aesthetic appearance of the car and increase its off-road capabilities.
The LuAZ-969M belongs to the group of small-capacity cars developed in the Soviet Union, produced until the beginning of the 90s. Distinctive feature of these cars was that they were conceived as having increased cross-country ability.
The design of the car as a whole, as well as the interior trim, to put it mildly, left much to be desired. There is no need to talk about the convenience of the driver and passenger. However, many owners noted indeed good cross. The only conclusion that suggests itself is that the car was probably created not for urban, but primarily for rural residents. Yes, and it has always been characterized in this way. And the operating experience since the start of its supply for sale for ordinary buyers turned out to be quite positive. In this regard, the seemingly ridiculous machine found its admirers and took a confident place among the vehicles with increased cross-country ability.
Let's take a look at some of the positives and negative sides car, marked, as a rule, by its owners.
1. Positive features:
- extremely low cost;
- good level of patency;
- practicality.
2. Negative sides:
- low quality of workmanship and assembly;
- huge steering play;
- lack of comfort;
- low dynamics;
- maintenance complexity.
Considering all the pros and cons of the car, some adherents of the car decided that if you wedge into its design, you can get a completely worthy brainchild from this device that meets modern requirements for both cross-country ability and handling, throttle response, comfort and appearance. This is where the limitless area of \u200b\u200btuning LuAZ-969M begins.
Engine tuning LaAZ
On the original car the MeMZ-969A engine was installed, having a volume of 1.2 liters and a power of 40 hp, clearly insufficient for the title of an SUV. At the same time, the engine is extremely noisy due to air cooling and unusual voracity: over 15 liters per 100 km. Of course, such circumstances will not suit anyone, especially if you have to go a long way in nature, over rough terrain, where there is simply nowhere to fill up a car. And this, mind you, with a very low weight of the car itself.
Therefore, it was often decided to carry out engine tuning in the LuAZ 969M. Moreover, some tried with all their might to modernize the existing version, others simply changed it to another.
Of those who considered a simpler option for themselves, they usually upgraded the engine crankcase. The problem of protecting the crankcase of the LuAZ-969M has long been known: there is insufficient strength. Steel with a thickness of 3 mm will clearly unbend when exposed to a load from banal hits on high bumps or stalling into a deep rut. The goal is to replace this sheet with real bending resistance. If you do not approach the problem too radically, you can increase the protection by welding stiffeners along the edges of the sheet.
In the vast majority of cases, the standard carburetor was replaced, since the engine stalled quite often. Almost any carburetor can be called the best compared to the installed one. So, only due to the carburetor not only did the engine start improve, but the power also increased slightly: the increase was up to 5 hp.
As a fairly correct solution for tuning the Luaz 969m engine, it was often replaced. This is perhaps the most reasonable and profitable solution. There are known cases of replacing the native MeMZ-969A with other engines of domestic and foreign production.
Using the VAZ engine in tuning LuAZ
Most often, a VAZ engine is taken for installation, for example, a VAZ-2130, with a volume of 1.774 liters and a power of 76.6 hp, which is a continuation of a large series of VAZ-21213 engines. Such an engine was installed, for example, on the Niva. Earlier models were also installed, but we have an SUV option, so we cannot take too weak engine. With the use of such a replacement, the dynamics clearly increase. This is especially evident at speeds over 70 km / h. Overtaking on an oncoming lane becomes not only possible, but also quite convenient and safe.
Of course, this option does not reach the same Niva with similar engine, but compared to the non-modernized LuAZ, it feels like a rather pleasant convenience. Fuel consumption at the same time fits into 10 liters per 100 km both on the highway at speeds over 100 km / h, and in the city. The maximum speed cannot exceed 120 km / h, which, of course, upsets. Then the car accelerates very sluggishly or does not accelerate at all. As a result, we have noticeable improvements, but we cannot achieve any great heights.
Diesel 1N Toyota
A variant of installing a 1N diesel engine from Toyota is known. The engine has a volume of 1.5 liters. There is one point here, which is a clear advantage: when water gets in, the engine does not stall, which is an important fact for an SUV. True, it should be noted that from the operating experience diesel engines with a volume of less than 2 liters, it is known that their service life is rather short, so the choice of such an engine must be conscious.
Installation this engine passes without problems, even without special experience in tuning, you can meet a maximum of a week. Impressions from the installation of this type of engine immediately make themselves felt. Traction effort increases significantly, dynamics - at a height, handling too. It copes well with fairly steep climbs, while the engine does not stall.
You can, of course, use other engine replacement options, but remember that in all cases of engine replacement, a standard procedure for registering a change in vehicle design is followed.
Tuning chassis LuAZ
As for the chassis of the car, here, as a rule, the suspension is strengthened, and the installation of gas shock absorbers is also welcome. A set of works with the suspension allows not only to ensure reliability when transporting significant loads over long distances, but also to increase the smoothness of the ride on rough terrain, which reduces driver fatigue and allows you to call the trip not only active, but also rest.
Almost none of the upgrades is complete without a change of wheels. 15-inch wheels are often installed, and tires from well-known world manufacturers are also used. According to the owners of the LuAZ-969M, this not only affects handling and cross-country ability, but also eliminates slippage on steep slopes due to the extremely low mass of the car, but also makes it easier to turn the steering wheel itself, which has a positive effect on the driver's well-being on long tourist trips.
Steering tuning
Many recognize steering system LuAZ-969M is the most complex and has the largest number of parts. In addition to the really nightmarish backlash of turning the steering wheel, we are faced with the extreme difficulty of maintaining and repairing the steering, therefore, when working with the LuAZ-969M, steering tuning is one of the most important tasks.
There are known options for replacing steering parts with those from Toyota, and simultaneously with the hydraulic booster. Agree, a high-quality hydraulic booster is simply irreplaceable on an SUV, which is constantly faced with a load on the wheels, trying to turn them around its axis. The impressions of people who have carried out such modernization indicate that the car behaves completely differently when driving. Comfort is provided when driving on rather uneven and difficult terrain, which is very important when traveling long distances. There are also no unexpected stalls in deep ruts. With this replacement option, the steering wheel position is also adjusted, which is also important in terms of convenience.
body tuning
Of course, if you start tuning, then not only a beginner, but also an experienced car enthusiast will think about the appearance of the car.
In the case of tuning the LuAZ-969M, the appearance of the body, as a rule, undergoes the least number of changes. Here, the most common is the usual painting in the shade necessary for the owner, perhaps camouflage - this is how you like it. Sometimes airbrushing is used.
A body kit is also used, for example, in the form of a kenguryatnik, but this is more of a decorative excess than a real requirement of the situation. The kenguryatnik from Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, and it does not look ridiculous, as one might think, presenting this combination.
Headlights are often changed with increasing power and beam range, as well as taillights, not so much for visibility, since for the most part the car is used away from the roads, but to improve appearance.
Inveterate thrill-seekers, in order to be ready for any unforeseen situations, equip the car with winches, and often at the same time both in front and behind.
A very valuable refinement of the body is considered to be work with an initially insufficiently strong roof. It must be strengthened without fail, since for long-distance trips, the additional load placed on the roof is decisive in terms of the possible duration of the journey.
This section can be replenished indefinitely, because the individual style and perception of beauty are inherent in each of their own, so the car owner who decides to tune the LuAZ-969M will certainly choose his own option specifically in this matter.
Salon tuning
The interior of the car is far from perfect due to its working purpose. When trying to make a car acceptable in terms of convenience and beauty, it requires a complete replacement.
Most owners completely change the entire finish, which can be replaced with leather or leatherette. The organization of high-quality interior lighting is required. The installation of lighting with a power of 70 W or more is welcome, this allows you to feel comfortable on long-distance tourist trips.
Some install swivel seats, which, with some experience of use, allow you to spend the night in the car and not suffer from back pain after that. In addition, installation options are also known for a table in the cabin, which allows you not only to have a bite to eat in comfort, but also to place a card or a laptop.
Naturally, it changes to impossibility miserable dashboard. The easiest way to pick up something for the devices from the VAZ, since this will not cause problems with the installation of the devices themselves.
The LuAZ-969M was initially not particularly designed for operation in harsh conditions, so it is almost impossible to wait out a fairly cold night in it and not get sick. In this regard, the obligatory thermal insulation of the cabin is carried out for autumn-winter trips. At the same time, it makes sense to produce sound insulation, since at this stage it will not be difficult.
Custom tuning options
There is also a non-standard tuning for the Luaz 969m - photos of which can really shock. It would be interesting to consider some of them.
The design of the car allows you to completely cut off the roof and build absolutely any structure in its place. Some do just that - they weld the arcs and get the steepness in appearance.
There was a precedent so extraordinary that it should be noted especially: one craftsman decided to adapt another pair of wheels. It is not known what purpose he pursued, most likely, he achieved a greater carrying capacity. Or maybe he just wanted to get attention. The answer to this question will remain a secret of history.
They say that by increasing the tightness in the region of the rapids, it is possible to overcome shallow fords, i.e. machines can practically be buoyant. Although it is not recommended to check this.
Providing the car with tires low pressure, having a large width, while contributing to the extremely low mass of the car, you can easily overcome fairly deep snow barriers.
Results
We must pay tribute, when most of the advice of experienced owners of the LuAZ-969M is followed, including not only a complete modernization of the chassis and body work, but also the replacement of interior trim, the installation of seats from foreign cars, etc., you can achieve unsurpassed results from the car, and no one else will not look at your car with a contemptuous smirk.
The LuAZ SUV, created back in Soviet times, even now, with a very unsightly appearance, amazes many motorists with its cross-country performance, thanks to which this all-terrain vehicle has gained popularity. And although LuAZik has long been morally obsolete, many fans of off-road trips choose a car, especially since as a result of LuAZ improvements, it is possible to get quite a good vehicle for active use.
History of appearance, development
The development of LuAZ began in the 50s of the last century. For military purposes required a car cross-country ability, whose task would be to perform many tasks in combat conditions. The result of the development of designers was LuAZ - outwardly very simple and uncomplicated, but with excellent running performance, especially off-road.
Mass production of the LuAZ SUV with the index 969 began in 1966. Initially, it was equipped with an engine from ZAZ, which produced only 30 hp. from. At the same time, the first models were front-wheel drive.
Later, LuAZ got all-wheel drive, a new engine (from the same Zaporozhets), but already with 40 hp. from. power, which was quite enough to overcome even very serious off-road conditions.
The latest modifications of this all-terrain vehicle were equipped with a 50-horsepower unit borrowed from Tavria. In addition to the technical part, this car also changed externally.
It is noteworthy that not only in the USSR they were engaged in the creation of a small all-terrain vehicle, therefore LuAZ has foreign competitors. These include SteyrPuch Haflinger, produced in Austria, Suzuki Samurai from Japan, German Volkswagen Iltis. All of them were originally created for the army, so the American Hummer can still be considered the final development of this branch of SUVs.
Modernization of the technical part
A car created more than half a century ago is obsolete in every sense, therefore, in order to give a “second life”, the modernization of LuAZ is simply necessary. positive quality This SUV can be noted by the fact that it was created for the army. And this means that the car itself is as simple as possible in design. Therefore, it is quite possible to refine LuAZ with your own hands. But it should be approached responsibly.
Without becoming massive, LuAZ nevertheless gained popularity, becoming the only possible mode of transport for a whole cohort of hunters, mushroom pickers, fishermen and other “wrong” people who like to interfere with life more often so that it does not turn sour.
In addition, the popularity of this mini-all-terrain vehicle is such that today many owners of more thoroughbred trotters have LuAZ in their “stables” and trust only him in “serious” matters. Yes, and that the city is work, and real life is in full swing here, where it is difficult and impossible to get through, but it is necessary. And they have a smile from ear to ear not when they are in a business suit, but when they are covered with clay, like their reliable horse after overcoming another trap.
But first, let's get acquainted with the original Luaz.
Birth certificate
Name - LuAZ. Date of birth - 1967. Parents - Lutsk Automobile and Melitopol Motor Plants. Birth weight - 1360 kg, length - 3390 mm, height - 1770 mm and bust - 1610 mm, base - 1800 mm. Ground clearance 280 mm. Wheel formula - 4x4. Heart - power 40hp. Food - gasoline A76, appetite -10l / 100 km at a speed of 60 km / h. For normal life, LuAZ tuning is urgently required.
Appearance - ugly duckling. Exterior features - in their absence. Apparently, the flight of design ideas was interrupted or did not take place, which actually gave a certain touch of brutality to the born and moved many owners to tune LuAZ with their own hands.
With its unsightly appearance and engine from the "Zaporozhets", LuAZ does not inspire any confidence at the first meeting, except that it has a high ground clearance. But, where is he, even with all-wheel drive off-road, and even with such and such wheels. But, the patency of LuAZ, even in factory equipment, is simply amazing and puzzling, and the ability of the “air vent” to withstand such loads is genuine respect.
The design of LuAz is simple, but not entirely reliable. LuAZ, despite all its advantages, also has its drawbacks, which a handy owner will surely turn into advantages or at least increase the reliability of a weak node. The design of the car gives their owners a lot of room for tuning.
External tuning
There are no comrades for taste and color, but most, despite all the advantages of the LuAZ convertible top, prefer to install a metal roof. In many ways, it is warmer, more solid and more reliable. You can see similar LuAZ tuning options in the photos presented on this site. After replacing the roof with a metal one, it is important to change rear suspension regular torsion bars on more rigid from the front end. At the same time, it should be ensured that they retain the direction of twisting under the load. The replacement compensates for the “fat” that has appeared from the weight of the roof and at the same time will affect better handling. At the same time, the suspension stiffness of an unloaded car remains quite acceptable.
Interior tuning
The interior of LuAZ can be compared to a monk's cell, where you only have what you need and no velvet or precious woods. Yes, and these guys are not very supportive of such sentiments, for which "bog" boots are often ordinary everyday shoes. Although the question is whether to do the tuning of the LuAZ salon, here again, for an amateur. To increase comfort, many install sports seats with well-defined lateral support, a stylish instrument panel, reupholster the cabin, install a high-quality audio system with a subwoofer, and other interior elements.
Nevertheless, the main thing in this car is practicality, versatility and unpretentiousness.
Chassis
The first thing that all LuAZ owners immediately note is the ultra-short base and large steering gear ratio. These factors in extreme driving conditions make it too "nimble", prone to skidding and generally difficult to control. The presence all-wheel drive when using it, it only aggravates the situation and therefore it is included when it is really needed. Plus 13” wheels and drum brakes.
For more full use potential SUV owners perform LuAZ tuning by installing 14-15 ”wheels, integrate either steering rack, or power steering to the factory circuit.
In terms of tuning the chassis, LuAZ owners amaze with their invention and imagination, the decisions they make are so diverse.
So, in the equipment of the chassis, there may be a steering gear with power steering Mersedes 124, a Mitsubishi Lancer steering column, a pedal assembly and a Nissan Sunny hydraulic vacuum, VAZ-Mazda disc brakes (VAZ 2108 caliper, brake disc / Mazda 626 - standard rear). Drives from Mazda require a little refinement of the outlet on the jig boring machine. This allows you to install 14 ”wheels and “serious” tires, more suitable for off-road.
Installing disc brakes has its pros and cons. Increased brake performance is overshadowed rapid wear brake discs in constant contact with the dirt present on our off-road.
Refinement of the factory engine
The power of the factory engine is clearly low even for a city car, not to mention an all-wheel drive car designed for off-road conditions. In addition, the power of the engine is fully manifested before the first overheating, which in most cases “pulls” the broken head studs behind it. This immediately affects the start, malfunctions and a drop in engine power. Along the way, you can see that this malfunction with skillful hands can be fixed on the spot, which cannot be repeated in other cars.
So, experienced drivers who know about this “sore” of the Melitopol “air vents” carry with them a home-made long tap (device for threading) and several spare studs with an increased diameter of the lower threaded part. If, in case of overheating, the stud “fired”, then it is removed, the thread is cut directly through the head of the block and a repair stud is installed.
Everyone decides to replace the factory engine with a more powerful one in his own way, using domestic samples or looking for foreign analogues. So, the carburetor installed by the factory is being replaced with its analogue from the VAZ 2105 (DAAZ2105-20), which makes it possible to ensure a stable start of the engine and improve its driving performance. High voltage silicone wires are installed to relieve problems with movement in wet weather. obsolete contact ignition replaced by contactless. A Hall sensor is installed in the standard distributor, a VAZ ignition coil and a switch from 2108 are installed. The 40 ampere factory generator is replaced with an 85 ampere analogue of the VAZ, and the standard optics are replaced with halogen ones with the installation of additional relays.
The proven VAZ engine from classic models and the most suitable of them is the motor - 21011. It is successfully combined with the factory set gear ratios LuAZ transmissions on 14" wheels. main gear(in the amount of 5.33) makes it possible to use the engine power already from the bottom, showing enviable dynamics from the moment of starting.
Did not bypass engine tuning and diesel engines that best meet the needs all-wheel drive vehicle. Organically fit into the engine compartment (good place allows) atmospheric 1.5-liter diesel engine Toyota 1N, 54 hp, 2.0l Volkswagen V-2, Daihatsu Charada 1.0l, 1.3l with Fiat Uno (45l .c) and many other options.
When tuning the engine, it is necessary to take into account the increased power and torque in relation to clutch elements and transmissions that are not designed for high power. Therefore, the replacement of the engine is usually also accompanied by the strengthening of these nodes. A more powerful clutch is installed and the ratio in the main pair, as well as the base of the axle shafts, changes.
Adding air to the engine
Do not forget that the engine is still air-cooled, and the task of tuning is to give it to the motor to the fullest. So, if in a water-cooled engine the coolant is forcibly circulated between the engine cylinders, then in the case of LuAZ, there is clearly not enough room for oncoming air flow.
An excellent example for capturing air and directing it exactly to the engine cylinders is the previously produced ZAZ 968 A, where huge air intakes (ears) were used for this purpose. hind wings. Many owners of LuAZs follow this principle, making air intakes on the hood with its internal distribution along the collapse of the cylinder block. At the same time, “gills” are also installed on the wings to remove hot air.
You also need to constantly monitor the serviceability of the air thermostats that open the covers from the bottom of the cylinders for the effective exit of heated air.
The centrifuge and oil cooler are also responsible for engine temperature and should be given their fair share of attention when servicing the engine.
The forced oil filter is located in the crankshaft pulley cover and its cleaning is necessary after a run of 7000-8000 kilometers. The oil cooler is located in the collapse of the cylinder block and also requires a systematic inspection and external cleaning. Many install an additional oil cooler and a forced camber cooling fan.
Noise isolation of the engine compartment
It is useful to install soundproofing of the engine compartment in any case, no matter what engine is installed. "Shumka" raises comfort when driving by an order of magnitude and allows you to more fully enjoy a good audio system.
Engine protection
Using the car mostly off-road, it is impossible to do without protection, as it is always full of surprises. LuAZ owners have come up with many options for protecting the engine, and one should still be described.
The defense structure is as follows:
The frame is welded from a 50 mm galvanized pipe, and a rectangular profile acts as rear supports. The bottom (ski) is made of 4 mm steel, the sidewalls are made of 1.5 mm steel. The protection turns out to be quite powerful and weighs about 35 kg, but justifies itself in any situation. From below it turns out like the nose of an icebreaker.
In general, any re-equipment of a car with changes in its design that affects its safety, as well as the replacement of a motor from another brand of car, requires the expertise of NAMI. The institute must issue a positive opinion, otherwise, the car may not be allowed by the traffic police to operate on our roads.
The birth of an idea
There is an interesting dependence that gives rise to a new element of tuning when it gets into a difficult situation, and the steeper it is, the more original the technical solution.
So, LuAZ was captured by clay because of “I can’t do it myself” and release was possible only in the form of a tractor or an all-terrain vehicle, which are problematic to find in the taiga wilderness. A young aspen helped to get out of the situation, which had to be sacrificed for the sake of its own survival. Having hooked it under the threshold of the LuAZ and, having found a good deadwood, the car was successfully “pulled out” from the clay mouth, but the threshold was thoroughly bent. The idea came instantly - power thresholds. But not like on “real” jeeps, which are still better not to join, but made of good steel and with powerful amplifiers mounted on transverse spars. It is also thought out that they do not go beyond the dimensions of the wheels, without interfering with moving in a rut. Beautiful, functional and reliable.
Photo: Igorevich (Public domain)
Cars of the 60s of production have long become a rarity and have grown significantly in price. True, the number of copies of such equipment has decreased significantly. Because the LuAZ SUV can be considered unique vehicle. Today, the owners of this car have to take serious measures to keep the car in working order. And the most outcast drivers decide on a serious change in the technical base and the transformation of a rare SUV into a modern crossover.
Engine
The Ukrainian-made MeMZ engine was installed on factory cars. Its rated power reached an incredible 40 Horse power, but for the current SUV, this indicator of pride does not add. Therefore, engine tuning is the main task for turning Volynyanka, as this car is popularly called, into a passable off-road cruiser.
It does not make sense to change something in the design of the engine. The motor has a lot of disadvantages:
- inefficient air cooling system;
- unprotected crankcase;
- huge consumption (over 15 liters per 100 kilometers);
- extremely poor interaction with a no better gearbox.
Given all these cons, the engine is easier to replace. Judging by the reviews of the owners of such cars, you can use engines with low mileage from Tavria (1.2 liters, 60 horsepower), 1.6-liter VAZ units, as well as not too bulky engines from foreign cars. But in this case, be prepared for problems with the legal registration of the car.
The gearbox will also have to be put in the appropriate engine. Given the lightness and small size of the LuAZ body, engine tuning will make it a perky crossover.
Chassis and wheels
Problems with undercarriage cars are associated with the poor quality of spare parts, as well as their complete absence in the car markets. A trip to the disassembly can bring results, but the quality of the purchased components will not differ from the previous parts.
Therefore, it is necessary to tune the LuAZ suspension so that the car does not fail with a wheel turned inside out on off-road. The following parts must be replaced:
- struts and shock absorbers - worth installing modern options component data;
- steering mechanisms, CV joints, knuckles and other parts that improve the safety and reliability of the car;
- the wheels will also have to be replaced, because it is impossible to find rubber on native wheels.
Usually, when tuning LuAZ, they install 15-inch alloy wheels and select tires with a high profile and tread. This will not be a problem for the budget, but will significantly improve the visual performance of the car.
You will also have to work with the steering. The standard LuAZ system has huge backlashes, which makes driving uncomfortable and unsafe in today's active traffic. It is better to install completely new steering from Toyota cars 90s release. These components can be purchased at the nearest disassembly for little money.
Salon - driver's space
During the production of LuAZ, engineers and designers did not really think about the beauty of the interior and the comfort of the driver. Therefore, you will have to actively work with the interior to make it usable.
Here, the unpretentiousness of the interior forms will play in favor of the inventive owner of Volynyanka. With a strong desire, you can install swivel front seats and organize a mini-room in the car. When traveling on a fishing trip, for example, such an arrangement of seats can help everyone sit out the bad weather or comfortably settle down for an overnight stay.
It is also necessary to tune the following interior elements:
- the dashboard needs to be replaced - the factory one is not at all informative;
- the steering wheel can be found more comfortable and beautiful;
- with the help of high-quality materials, many interior elements can be sheathed, reducing vibration during the trip;
- a variety of little things, like the gearshift lever knob will also play a role.
Do not forget about the beautiful floor mats, oh new skin ceiling and other visual details that give the car comfort. Interior tuning is a creative task. Its implementation entirely depends on the preferences of the car owner.
Body - opinions differ
Regarding the tuning of the LuAZ body, the opinions of motorists are ambiguous. Many believe that changing the headlights, grille and adding all sorts of body kits makes the car more modern. But the vast majority of connoisseurs automotive technology believe that LuAZ is a colorful and interesting car. Installing beautiful alloy wheels is quite a sufficient measure to improve the appearance of the car.
Although, if there is financial opportunity, you can perform several interesting touches:
- repaint LuAZ in a bright and defiant color;
- add a few chrome elements to the body trim;
- make light tinted interior windows;
- install a chrome bumper on the front of the car;
- sew a stylized spare wheel kung on the back door.
Such measures will definitely give individuality and uniqueness to your future car. But at external changes car, remember that LuAZ is a real legend of the domestic auto industry, which will become more and more valuable over the years. And the value is recognized in the authentic design created by the plant decades ago.
Summing up
In order to tune LuAZ, a modest budget is enough. The main items that will require large investments are engine replacement and body painting. All tuning parts can be found at the showrooms, and most of the installation of new equipment is done in the garage with the help of friends.
As a result of high-quality tuning, you will receive not only unique car, but also a very comfortable and original vehicle that can overcome serious road obstacles.
