Finalization of "Niva Chevrolet". Where to begin?

For a very long time, domestic cars were considered, if not the worst, then far behind in technology. After the premiere of "Niva Chevrolet" it became clear that the domestic SUV could be much better, and even more so if you apply some refinement. Updating the "Niva Chevrolet" can turn this inconspicuous car into a serious SUV, and if you do not conquer the off-road, but love the "Chevrolet Niva", then it is easy to supplement with useful functions and additional equipment.

Options for revisions

Among all the variety of possible improvements you can find the right option for any car owner. The choice should be made depending on what you want to achieve from Chevrolet Niva. Completion with their own hands is possible for almost any vehicle units and assemblies. The most popular modifications:

• Engine revision.

• Modification of the brake system.

• Modernized propeller shafts.

• Completion of the stove "Niva Chevrolet".

• Lifted suspension.

• Improved gearbox.

• Expansion arches.

• Staircase and trunk on the roof.

• Installation of vibration dampers.

• Upgraded propeller shaft.

Next, consider the most interesting refinements of the "Niva Chevrolet" in more detail.

Elevator suspension

The upgraded suspension with increased ground clearance, probably the main thing that the owners of off-road vehicles do with their cars. When tuning the "Chevrolet Niva" suspension suspension is carried out in two ways:

• Installation of spacers;

• Installation of reinforced shock absorbers and racks.

Spacers are used with a slight lifting of the car, when you only need to slightly increase the ground clearance. With such a modernization, it will not be possible to put wheels with a larger diameter, you can only use dirt that is more prepared for off-road mud.

When installing upgraded racks, you can achieve not just an increased ground clearance, but also large suspension strokes. This suspension will help the car to overcome much greater obstacles.

Engine modernization

A more powerful engine will not only make driving more comfortable on long trips, but also easier to overcome obstacles on the roads. The factory engine "Niva" is bored from 1700 to 1900 cubic cm and the installation of other pistons. Pistons are manufactured in factories and can be both cast and forged. After the installation of the pistons very often they use the flashing of the engine control unit or its replacement with a special modified one.

More serious improvements require serious intervention in the design of the car and are illegal without obtaining the appropriate permit. The standard engine can be installed turbocharged, which will add another 30-40 hp.

Some owners of "Niv" change the engines along with the transmission to more powerful ones. As a rule, Japanese or German engines are used. Couple to the motor, you can choose an automatic gearbox, then the SUV was very nice to use in the city. After this refinement, the driving sensations are completely different, it seems that you have a foreign car, not Chevrolet Niva. Engine revision should be carried out in accordance with all regulations and it is necessary to obtain a certificate of conformity.

Refinement of the heater

The standard stove in the car "Niva" is rather weak and under severe frosts the interior of the off-road car does not warm up. In specialized stores you can buy an upgraded stove, which is much quieter than the regular one in terms of noise level and at the same time it warms the interior better even in severe frosts.

In the new heater used VAZ parts, so that if necessary, you can easily and cheaply repair the stove.

Modification of brakes

If a more powerful engine is installed on the car or a regular engine is completed, then it is necessary to pay attention to the brakes. Their modernization begins usually with the replacement of brake discs from the front to larger diameter disks. Next, change the rear drum brakes to the disk. In this case, the brake machine also changes.

After completion of the brake system, it is necessary to thoroughly pump the system and check its efficiency. Especially if the car is being worked on with your own hands.

Replacement of propeller shaft

The modernized propeller shaft was developed directly at the "Cardan" plant, where cardans for VAZ cars are designed and manufactured. The new shaft can work much quieter and less susceptible to vibration. The new part not only improves the characteristics, but also more reliable and durable. The main distinguishing feature of this design is the movable hinge. It is on him that all vibration is transmitted. There are other improvements to the "Niva Chevrolet", which can reduce vibrations and extraneous noise, it is best to use them together.

Exterior and interior finishing

Remodeling the body of the car can be different, but the most interesting are those modifications that are functional. Useful space in the car is always not enough. An additional trunk on the roof will allow you to take on board much more things. For ease of loading and unloading, you can add a ladder to the car body or rear doors of the car.

The salon is less important for off-road driving, but we spend the most time there, so we can not help paying attention to it, making the finalization of the Niva Chevrolet. For extra comfort, you can equip the interior with heated seats, and alter seats in a more pleasant material. The most important thing is that all the works are performed qualitatively, otherwise you can not get the desired result. Any refinement, repair of "Chevrolet Niva" should be done by professionals, so it's better to contact a good service, then you will have an excellent car.