Diameters of VAZ shock absorber rods

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Many owners of the “ten” are sometimes forced to do suspension tuning. Firstly, to be honest, the quality and service life of the factory suspension struts (especially the front ones, which are more loaded) leave much to be desired. Secondly, the already short-lived racks suffer most from the poor quality of our roads. Thirdly, with a very significant volume of luggage compartment, the “tens” do not have a high load capacity, so the inveterate summer resident and car traveler willy-nilly have to strengthen the elastic elements of the rear suspension.

The main requirements for the shock absorbers of the front and rear suspensions are as follows: ensuring a smooth ride, stability and controllability of the car, reducing body roll during sudden braking, reducing the possibility of the wheel lifting off the road.

As a rule, when tuning, factory hydraulic telescopic shock absorbers are replaced with gas-filled ones - single-tube or double-tube. This allows you to raise the car slightly (increase ground clearance). The vehicle's handling and stability will also improve, since on uneven surfaces, stiffer shock absorbers allow the wheels to maintain contact with the road longer. The downside of such modifications to the car is a slight deterioration in the smoothness of the ride.

When replacing shock absorbers, it is necessary to comply with the characteristics and overall mounting dimensions of the factory shock absorbers and those installed when replacing them. The suitability of shock absorbers is determined using interchangeability tables compiled by manufacturers. The main dimensions of shock absorbers are shown in Fig. 1 and in the table.

Basic parameters of shock absorbers

The entry is not entirely suitable for a BZ, but since these are still spare parts from front-wheel drive VAZs, we’ll leave it here.

On many forums you can often see that people are looking for information about how the VAZ-2108 and VAZ-2110 racks differ. I came across two front pillars that were already coming apart.

Luckily for me, one is from a VAZ-2115, the second is from a VAZ-2110. I knocked the dirt off the racks as best I could and examined them.

What is the main difference? The problem is that the body of the “tenth” rack is shorter than the body of the “eighth” one. I didn’t take the dimensions, I’ll do it later and correct the text - this is for those who are interested. And here is the rod: on the “eighth” the rebound limiter is installed higher on the rod than on the tenth, and at its “own” height. Otherwise the sizes are completely the same.

Front shock absorbers VAZ 2108 and 2109

The front shock absorbers of VAZ 2108, 2109 have right/left divisions. There is a misconception that their design is non-removable. In fact, even the official manuals describe brief instructions for disassembling them. To do this, you just need to knock out the compression buffer support with a hammer and chisel, and then unscrew the nut with a special wrench. Therefore, you can purchase either a solid front strut or just a separate liner in order to directly change the shock absorber itself. By installing not a standard, but a more advanced part with better technical characteristics.

If we judge the quality of the original, specifically the front shock absorbers, they are too soft (like all hydraulic struts from SAAZ). This is especially noticeable on the front wheels.

Since the shock absorbers are dismountable, instead of the assembled strut, you can buy separate inserts - cartridges. 21082905002 – left, 21082905003 – right.

Analogues of front shock absorbers for VAZ 2108-2109

Shock absorber replacements in Samara traditionally have higher demand. This is facilitated by the constant decline in the quality of the originals and their excessive softness.

Analogues of the original inserts are also popular. The most popular ones are presented in the table below. They are not divided into right and left.

Rear shock absorbers VAZ 2108 and 2109

The rear shock absorber struts are not divided into right/left, and have only one original part number. The rear shock absorbers are non-separable. In terms of characteristics, the rear ones are similar to the front ones - the same problem with excessive softness and an uncomfortable ride over uneven surfaces.

Analogues of rear shock absorbers 2108-2109

Replacement shock absorbers for the rear are slightly less popular than for the front ones. But they are also more often preferred than the original ones.

Which shock absorbers should I choose for VAZ 218 and 2109 cars? As drivers' experience shows, the ideal option is Fenox for the front wheels, and Kayaba for the rear. If you can’t afford KYB stands, then Hola will do just fine. Moreover, it is worth noting that they most often install oil ones, since gas shock absorbers for these cars will be a little harsh. Although less popular, Russian SS20 shock absorbers are still worthy of attention. Their advantage is a good balance between rigidity and ride comfort over uneven surfaces at speeds above 50 km/h.

Shock absorbers on 2109 and 2108 should be changed according to their condition. On average, the mileage of original shock absorbers is up to a maximum of 50 thousand km (the manufacturer provides a guarantee of 30 thousand). On cars of earlier releases, there were often cases when factory shock absorbers traveled more than 100 thousand km.

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shock absorbers were installed on VAZ 2101 - 2106 cars , since this line of vehicles differs little from each other. For VAZ 2106, 2105, 2104, 2103, 2102 and 2101, the only manufacturer of original shock absorbers has always been the Russian Skopin Automotive Assembly Plant. By design, these are usually two-pipe oil struts.

In general, the quality of factory shock absorbers is not very high. The main problems include too much roll when cornering, and periodically occurring extraneous sounds.

Manufacturers of shock absorbers for GAZ cars

GAZ Group, like many other domestic automakers, actively uses components from third-party manufacturers, including foreign ones. Today, various cars of the Gorky Automobile Plant are equipped with shock absorbers from the following manufacturers:

• GAZ (“original shock absorbers, produced in Nizhny Novgorod); • ZMZ (Zavolzhsky Motor Plant, Nizhny Novgorod); • SAAZ (Skopinsky Automotive Unit Plant, Chulkovo village, Ryazan region); • PLAZA (SPAZ, St. Petersburg shock absorber); • Sachs (a brand of the German company ZF, recently installed on new GAZelle cars); • GZAA (Grodno Automotive Units Plant, Grodno, Belarus); • BAAZ (Baranovichi Automotive Aggregate Plant, Baranovichi, Belarus).

Also, many shock absorbers from HOLA (Netherlands), KYB (Japan), KRAFT (Germany), FINWHALE (Switzerland) and others are suitable for many GAZ cars, mainly passenger cars. Typically, these shock absorbers have a higher cost, but often car owners prefer them.

Front shock absorbers VAZ 2101 – 2106

The shock absorbers of the front wheels on Zhiguli are not divided into left and right. The original contains several articles. But these are all the same shock absorbers, and they are interchangeable. Regarding the characteristics of the front shock absorbers specifically on the classic Zhiguli, here their softness is especially strongly felt. When hitting even small bumps, the heavy front sways well, which makes being in the cabin not very comfortable.

Many experienced drivers advise installing original SAAZ Niva shock absorbers on the front wheels, and more specifically from VAZ 21214. They are stiffer and more stable on uneven surfaces and speeds above 80 km/h.

Replacement front shock absorbers for Zhiguli 2101 – 2106

Analogs for domestic cars of the Zhiguli family are more in demand. The reasons why originals are not often played are described above. The most popular replacements for front shock absorber struts, which are actually most often installed on VAZs, will also be listed here.

Replacing front shock absorber struts on a VAZ 2110

Instructions for replacing the front shock absorber strut on a VAZ 2110 are presented below.

• Open the hood.
• Unscrew the nuts that secure the support to the body cup.

Location of the nuts securing the upper support to the body cup

• Pull out the cotter pin.

• Unscrew the nut securing the tie rod end.

The process of unscrewing the nut

• Press the tie rod end pin out of its seat. It is convenient to use a special puller for this. If it is not available, you should use a pry bar with a hammer.

Pressing out the tie rod end pin using a special puller

• Disconnect the lower part of the strut from the steering knuckle. Since the fastening in most cases sticks strongly, it is recommended to pre-treat the working surface generously with penetrating lubricant.

Unscrewing the lower part of the shock absorber strut

• Remove the stand.

Removing the Stand

• Compress the spring with zip ties.

Spring compression

• Unscrew the stem nut.
• Disassemble the module.
• Carry out troubleshooting.
• Replace faulty elements with new ones.
• Install everything in reverse order.
• Upon completion of work, it is imperative to check and adjust the wheel alignment angles.

List of tools required for replacement

The table below presents a list of tools without which it is impossible to replace the rear shock absorber strut on a VAZ 2110.

Table - Tools required to replace the rear strut

Required Tools

Rear shock absorbers for VAZ 2106 - 2101

The rear wheel struts are also the same, not divided into right/left. They also have several articles, all interchangeable. The characteristics of the rear shock absorbers can be compared with the front ones. The only difference is that it is not felt as much on the rear axle, since the rear is lighter.

To improve the situation using domestic components, many Zhiguli owners install rear shock absorbers, also from Niva, but from VAZ 2121. Also, in order to raise the rear a little, they often install springs from Niva, and shock absorbers from Moskvich 2140.

Analogs of rear shock absorbers 2101 – 2106

Since almost no one installs originals on the rear wheels, below is a list of the most popular substitutes.

What shock absorbers are best to buy for a classic Lada? The most frequently purchased and popular vehicle for the VAZ 2101 – 2106 family is traditionally Kayaba (KYB). They are stiffer than stock (especially gas ones), and more comfortable. But the disadvantage is the high price. The most optimal budget option is Belarusian Fenox shock absorbers.

Racks from the Russian SS20 are just gaining popularity, but they certainly deserve attention. In terms of rigidity, they can be compared with Kayaba (gas). They absorb road imperfections very well, especially at high speeds.

Shock absorbers on VAZ 2101 - 2106 need to be changed depending on their condition. The original ones last an average of 50 thousand km. Although in many cases this figure differs by an order of magnitude. Sometimes the original shock absorber begins to leak at 20 thousand km, and sometimes more than 100 thousand km pass. This is another reason why analogues are usually preferred.

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Diameter of the rear shock absorber rod VAZ 2108

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The shock absorbers on VAZ 2108 and VAZ 2109 cars are installed identically. There are no differences depending on the vehicle configuration or year of manufacture. The manufacturer of factory shock absorbers for both cars is Russian SAAZ. From the assembly line, these VAZs were usually equipped with two-pipe oil struts from this manufacturer.

If we talk in general about the quality of the original shock absorbers, many drivers have seen a tendency for it to deteriorate over time. There are many cases where the racks on nines and eights of earlier releases lasted much longer.

Front shock absorbers VAZ 2108 and 2109

The front shock absorbers of VAZ 2108, 2109 have right/left divisions. There is a misconception that their design is non-removable. In fact, even the official manuals describe brief instructions for disassembling them. To do this, you just need to knock out the compression buffer support with a hammer and chisel, and then unscrew the nut with a special wrench. Therefore, you can purchase either a solid front strut or just a separate liner in order to directly change the shock absorber itself. By installing not a standard, but a more advanced part with better technical characteristics.

If we judge the quality of the original, specifically the front shock absorbers, they are too soft (like all hydraulic struts from SAAZ). This is especially noticeable on the front wheels.

Since the shock absorbers are dismountable, instead of the assembled strut, you can buy separate inserts - cartridges. 21082905002 – left, 21082905003 – right.

Analogues of front shock absorbers for VAZ 2108-2109

Shock absorber replacements in Samara traditionally have higher demand. This is facilitated by the constant decline in the quality of the originals and their excessive softness.

Analogues of the original inserts are also popular. The most popular ones are presented in the table below. They are not divided into right and left .

Rear shock absorbers VAZ 2108 and 2109

The rear shock absorber struts are not divided into right/left, and have only one original part number. The rear shock absorbers are non-separable. In terms of characteristics, the rear ones are similar to the front ones - the same problem with excessive softness and an uncomfortable ride over uneven surfaces.

Analogues of rear shock absorbers 2108-2109

Replacement shock absorbers for the rear are slightly less popular than for the front ones. But they are also more often preferred than the original ones.

Which shock absorbers should I choose for VAZ 218 and 2109 cars? As drivers' experience shows, the ideal option is Fenox for the front wheels, and Kayaba for the rear. If you can’t afford KYB stands, then Hola will do just fine. Moreover, it is worth noting that they most often install oil ones, since gas shock absorbers for these cars will be a little harsh. Although less popular, Russian SS20 shock absorbers are still worthy of attention. Their advantage is a good balance between rigidity and ride comfort over uneven surfaces at speeds above 50 km/h.

Shock absorbers on 2109 and 2108 should be changed according to their condition. On average, the mileage of original shock absorbers is up to a maximum of 50 thousand km (the manufacturer provides a guarantee of 30 thousand). On cars of earlier releases, there were often cases when factory shock absorbers traveled more than 100 thousand km.

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Gas-oil shock absorber with adjustable rear suspension for VAZ 2108-21099, VAZ 2113-2115, VAZ 2110-2112, VAZ 1117-1119 (Lada-Kalina), VAZ 2170-2172 (Lada-Priora), VAZ 2190, VAZ 2191 (Lada-Priora) Grant), 2192, 2194 (Lada-Kalina 2).

The price is for one shock absorber.

The spring support cup is included in the kit.

The rear suspension shock absorber “SHTOK AUTO” has a spring cup height adjustment from – 50 mm to + 50 mm.

The SHTOK AUTO shock absorber has stiffer damping characteristics compared to standard shock absorbers to ensure high vehicle stability and controllability at high speeds and when making sharp turns. This shock absorber is ideal for lovers of an aggressive driving style.

The gas-filled shock absorber "SHTOK AUTO" differs from hydraulics in the presence of excess pressure (gas-nitrogen), ensuring reliable and constant contact of the wheels with the road, which has a positive effect on the vehicle's handling. A gas-filled shock absorber has more stable characteristics (compared to a hydraulic one) during heavy driving on uneven roads and during operation at low temperatures.

The main products of the SHTOK AUTO

– front and rear suspension shock absorbers, plug-in cartridges (cartridges), front suspension struts for domestic and foreign cars.

Damping original shock absorber settings "SHTOK AUTO"

selected based on test results and allow you to improve vehicle handling without sacrificing comfort. When choosing the original settings of our shock absorbers, the company’s specialists sought to make an inexpensive but high-quality product that would suit the largest percentage of car enthusiasts who want to change the standard suspension settings to more modern ones that balance comfort and handling in the fork.

Shock absorber design "SHTOK AUTO"

made according to the classic two-pipe design in a collapsible or non-dismountable version.
The shock absorbers use high-quality oil seals, an original valve system, Teflon-banded pistons, rods with increased thickness of chrome plating and nano-structured chromium, components from leading domestic and foreign companies, special high-index shock-absorbing fluids and “Fuchs”
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Durability and reliability of Shtok Auto

is provided not only with high-quality components, but also with careful input, interoperational and output control and a high-tech production process. Each shock absorber has an individual production number based on the results of acceptance tests at the stand in valve and throttle modes; the damping characteristics of each produced shock absorber are stored in the enterprise database.

Before final assembly of the shock absorber, it is necessary to apply grease to the threaded part of the bushing. When re-adjusting the position of the cup, it is necessary to clean the threaded part of any dirt.

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Shock absorbers VAZ 2107

Despite the fact that the VAZ “Seven” is presented as a luxury version of the VAZ 2105, the design of the front and rear suspensions is no different from other classic models. This also applies to shock absorbers, which not all owners are satisfied with their performance.

Purpose and design

The main function that shock absorbers perform in a car’s suspension is to dampen vibrations and shocks that affect the body when driving over uneven surfaces. This part ensures reliable contact of the wheels with the road surface and maintains vehicle controllability regardless of the condition of the road surface. Structurally, the shock absorber consists of two elements - a piston and a cylinder. Depending on the type of damping device, chambers with oil and air or oil and gas are located inside the cylinder. The gas or oil medium exerts resistance during the movement of the piston, converting vibrations into thermal energy.

What are there

There are several types of shock absorbers:

Each option has its own advantages and disadvantages.

On the VAZ 2107, oil twin-pipe shock absorbers are installed at the front and rear.

Table: dimensions of the rear original dampers of the “seven”

Oily

The working medium in oil damping elements is oil. The advantage of such products comes down to a simple and reliable design. This type of damper can operate without problems for several years without affecting the vehicle's performance. The downside is the slow response. The fact is that when driving at high speeds, the damper simply does not have time to absorb irregularities and return to its original position, as a result of which the car begins to rock. Shock absorbers of this type are recommended for those motorists who drive at speeds no higher than 90 km/h.

Gas

Gas-type products are the toughest. The design, compared to oil damping elements, has two chambers: oil and gas, which uses compressed gas (nitrogen) under a pressure of 12–30 atm. Such shock absorbers are used in racing cars and on some SUVs.

There are no pure gas shock absorbers, since oil is used to lubricate the pistons and seals.

Gas-oil with constant hardness

The design of this type of damper is two-pipe, i.e. there is an inner pipe in the outer pipe. The product has two pistons with valves and contains gas under a pressure of 4–8 atm. and oil. When the shock absorber rod is compressed, part of the oil remains in the inner tube and works like an oil damper, and part goes into the outer tube, causing the gas to be compressed. When compressed, the gas pushes out the oil, returning it to the inner tube. Due to this work, smoothness is ensured, leading to smoothing out shocks. Such shock absorbers are less rigid compared to gas ones, but not as soft as oil ones.

Gas-oil with variable hardness

On Zhiguli cars, dampers with variable stiffness are practically not used, which is due to the high cost of such products. Structurally, such elements have an electromagnetic valve that automatically adapts to the operating mode of the vehicle. During the adjustment process, the amount of gas in the main damper tube changes, resulting in a change in the rigidity of the mechanism.

Video: types of shock absorbers and their differences

Where are they located?

The shock absorbers of the rear suspension of the “seven” are installed near the wheels. The upper part of the damper is attached to the car body with a pin, and the lower part is fixed to the rear axle by means of a bracket.

Types of GAZ shock absorbers

Today, the suspensions of most GAZ vehicles, including trucks, contain shock absorbers as elastic elements, which has significantly improved the driving performance of the vehicles, as well as increased comfort for the driver, passengers and cargo.

In the production of its cars, GAZ Group uses two main types of shock absorbers:

• Oil two-pipe telescopic; • Gas-filled single-pipe telescopic.

These types of shock absorbers differ in their operating principle and design.

An oil shock absorber is a structure of two cylinders of different diameters, the smaller of which is inserted inside the larger one; the smaller cylinder contains a piston. The shock absorber is filled with oil, some volume of the outer cylinder is filled with air. When the piston, connected by a rod to the suspension elements, moves, oil flows between the cylinders, which ensures damping of vibrations and shocks.

A gas-filled (gas) shock absorber consists of one cylinder, divided into two chambers of different volumes: a large upper one - it contains oil and a piston with valves, and a smaller lower one (compensation) - it is sealed and filled with an inert gas (usually nitrogen) under a pressure of up to 25 atmospheres During operation of such a shock absorber, due to the movement of the piston, some compression of the compensation chamber occurs, which provides damping of vibrations and shocks.

Shock absorbers of different designs differ in rigidity, response time, “sensitivity” and have different effects on the vehicle’s handling. Thus, gas-filled shock absorbers are stiffer, but they react very quickly even to small irregularities and provide better handling. On the other hand, oil shock absorbers are softer, therefore they provide the greatest comfort, and they are cheaper than gas-filled ones.

Gas-filled shock absorbers are often called gas shock absorbers, which is not entirely true. Gas shock absorbers use only gas, while gas-filled shock absorbers use oil and gas. However, today the manufacturers and sellers themselves have not fully decided on the terminology, so when buying shock absorbers with the word “gas” in the name, you need to be interested in their design.

GAZ shock absorbers are also divided into several types according to other characteristics. In particular, they come in passenger cars and trucks, and also differ in installation location - front, rear and universal.

It should be noted here that on cars of the Gorky Automobile Plant, shock absorbers are used not only in the suspension, but also in other components. For example, many medium-duty trucks have shock absorbers for the driver’s seat, Volga cars have special shock absorbers for the trunk, etc.

Rear shock absorbers VAZ 2107

If you need to replace the rear suspension shock absorbers on a Zhiguli model seven, you need to know not only the sequence of actions, but also which dampers should be installed.

Which ones to choose

When choosing shock-absorbing elements for your car, you need to understand what you want to achieve. Oil-type shock absorbers are excellent for measured driving. They are softer than gas ones and provide a higher level of comfort when driving over uneven surfaces, and no excess load is transferred to the body elements. In the renovation process, price is the deciding factor for many. Therefore, for classic Zhiguli cars, oil shock absorbers are one of the best options. If you like sporty driving, then it is better to give preference to gas-oil dampers. They are stiffer and allow you to corner at higher speeds.

Manufacturers

As you know, parts for VAZs are produced by many companies under contract. And although they seem to be the same, there is still a difference in quality and driving characteristics.

You can purchase simple oil shock absorbers from any manufacturer. As a rule, they do not differ much in quality. Gas-oil options are practically not produced by domestic manufacturers, so we have to look for options from foreign manufacturers. Most often you can find the following brands in stores:

It should be noted that these are not all manufacturers, but only those more widely represented on the market. If you find a product from other manufacturers, it is advisable to look for detailed information about them.

. The shock absorbers on the classic are quite reliable. Their replacement is required quite rarely, especially when driving on smooth roads. But you still need to know which shock absorbers are best installed on the VAZ 2107. After all, sooner or later there will be a need for replacement. You can notice the malfunction of this structural element by the smooth rocking of the car even at low speed.

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Dimensions of domestic designs

When choosing a shock absorber by size, you must initially know the performance of the installed kit on your car. They (sizes) may vary depending on vehicle model. In addition, you need to understand what type of shock-absorbing structure is on your car.

You can select shock absorbers by size yourself or seek help from a sales consultant. It is his responsibility to explain all the nuances to you and choose the required option.

And one more nuance: a special table will help you choose the right part by size. It can be found on the Internet. Moreover, there are tables for certain manufacturers and types of machines.

You can choose a set:

1. By the eye.
2. By pin.
3. Non-standard size.

Each of them has a special marking:

1. In the first case, these are the letters “L” and “LS”.
2. The second option comes with the letter “S”.
3. In the third case, the product is marked with the letters “XP”.

As an example, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the indicators for domestic cars:

1. VAZ.
2. Volga.
3. Gazelle.

The table shows not only the length of the shock absorber, but also other indicators that are no less important, see for yourself.

Advice! When buying a design in a store, take an old product. Ask the seller to give you exactly the same product with the indicated indicators on the failed device.

Modernization of shock absorbers

Not every owner likes the soft suspension of the 7. To make the car more assembled, reduce roll and sway, and increase rigidity, car enthusiasts resort to modifications, replacing original shock absorbers with products with other characteristics. For example, to stiffen the rear suspension without any modifications or alterations, you can install shock absorbers from Niva. Based on the reviews of many owners of the “Seven”, after such changes the car becomes a little stiffer and holds the road better.

Double

To install dual shock absorbers you will need:

The essence of the modification comes down to the fact that it is necessary to manufacture and attach to the body a bracket for the second damper.

Installation of the latter to the rear axle is carried out together with a standard shock-absorbing element using a long bolt or stud. The procedure is carried out the same way on both sides.

With such modifications, it is recommended to install new shock absorbers.

Sports

If the car is modified for a sporty driving style, then the changes apply not only to the rear, but also to the front suspension. For such purposes, it is convenient to use a suspension kit, which includes springs and shock absorbers. Depending on the goals pursued, the installation of such elements is possible both without changing the ground clearance and with lowering the suspension, ensuring maximum rigidity in all modes of damper operation. The kit allows you to get excellent car handling. However, you can install sports elements separately - in front or behind, which depends only on your wishes. One of the common options for sports shock absorbers installed by owners of “sevens” and other “classics” is PLAZA SPORT. Installation is carried out in place of standard parts without any modifications.

The seventh model Zhiguli is technically a fairly simple car. However, poor quality road surfaces often lead to failure of suspension shock absorbers. It is not difficult to identify malfunctions of these elements even in a garage, as well as to replace them. To do this, it is enough to prepare the necessary set of tools, read the step-by-step instructions and follow them during the work process.

Installing the purchased kit on a car

Installing shock absorbers: practical advice for motorists.

First of all, you need to buy a kit and prepare the necessary tools:

1. Balloon wrench.
2. Shoes that fix the wheels.
3. Screwdriver Set.
4. Several jacks of different designs: “frog” and “trapezoid”.
5. Safety supports for jacks.
6. Puller for dismantling the trapezoid.
7. Set of wrenches.
8. WD-40 is useful for treating nuts and bolts.

It should be borne in mind that installation of the front structures takes longer than the rear ones. Although, the technology of dismantling and installation is almost the same. This is due to the more complex front suspension.

Do not forget! Replacing failed shock absorbers is done in pairs. This is a requirement for all vehicles and types of shock absorbers.

The algorithm of actions is as follows:

1. The car is placed on trestles. In this case, jacks are used.
2. 2 wheels are removed.
3. To carry out replacement in comfortable conditions, you can dismantle the brake hoses.

Advice: Do not disconnect the brake hoses from the calipers. This will eliminate the need to bleed the brake system.

1. Remove the shock absorber struts and their upper mounts.
2. Then we dismantle the lower fastenings.
3. We install a new kit.
4. Assembly is carried out in reverse order.

On a note! It is necessary to check the shock-absorbing springs after installation. Inspect for hidden defects: cracks.

Experienced motorists advise involving an assistant in the process. Sometimes unforeseen situations arise!

How to properly bleed new struts before installation

Bleeding a new product before installation is a mandatory procedure. This way you can identify manufacturing defects and prepare it for work.

For example, how to pump an oil shock absorber:

1. We take it out of the packaging and see what position the product is in. If the strut is in a compressed state, you need to the shock absorber rod ¾ of the way in, then turn it over.
2. The rod is pressed in smoothly, without jerking. There is no need to sink the rod all the way. It is enough to leave it at a height of 50-70 mm from the rack body. You need to pause for 5-7 seconds.
3. Turn the product over again and wait about 7 seconds. Smoothly extend the rod to ¾ of its length.
4. After counting a few seconds, turn the new element over and press the rod in again.

Please note: It is necessary to perform the steps specified in paragraphs 3-6 times. 2-5.

1. Extend the rod smoothly to 3/4 of the length. Wait a couple of seconds.
2. Turn the shock absorber over and push the rod in again.
3. Repeat steps 2–5 three to six times.

After pumping the new product 3 times, check it: press the rod several times. It should move smoothly. Jerks excluded.

Oil shock absorber

This is a factory element that is designed and installed on the VAZ-2107 as standard.

It is characterized by high softness, which increases the smoothness of the ride. The oil shock absorber absorbs all irregularities perfectly. It also has a lower price. The cost of one rod is up to a thousand rubles.

Now let's move on to the disadvantages. First of all, due to softness, the sharpness of control is lost. Roll increases when cornering. On the other hand, the VAZ-2107 is not a racing car, and the standard shock absorbers are more than suitable for everyday driving.

Oily

Such elements are installed on all Gazelles from the factory. Oil contains a small amount of gas. Thanks to the oil, vertical vibrations are dampened by the piston. What are the advantages of oil elements? Reviews say that such shock absorbers absorb bumps better because they are softer.

The smoothness of the ride and the energy intensity of the suspension are increased. These shock absorbers are much cheaper than their gas counterparts because they are easier to manufacture. But they also have disadvantages. Reviews say that such elements often fail. The resource ranges from 10 to 30 thousand kilometers. With prolonged exposure, the oil in the cylinder heats up significantly, which increases the risk of breakdown. And the properties of the oil themselves deteriorate due to high temperature. Also, oil does not like cold weather, so in winter such shock absorbers leak more often. Overnight, the liquid in the cylinder thickens significantly. When starting to move and in the first pits, the shock absorber endures enormous loads, as the piston moves jerkily. If you do not warm up the oil (to do this you need to move smoothly for the first 2 kilometers), you can easily ruin the shock absorber.

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Advantages of VAZ suspension springs from SS20:

The SS20 company offers front and rear reinforced shock absorbers for VAZ, which, unlike the standard shock absorbers of the VAZ 2101-2107, have increased resistance during the rebound stroke, and an increased diameter of the body and rod.

Advantages of using SS20 shock absorbers:

The shock absorber housing for the “classic” SS20 production was enlarged compared to standard shock absorbers, which made it possible not only to increase the oil volume, but also to use larger diameter pistons, which significantly reduced the specific loads on the elements of the valve system and increased their service life. Pistons with a “skirt” are used, providing excellent sealing and stability of shock absorber characteristics with an extended service life. The lower and upper silent blocks of the front shock absorber have an original design that is superior to the factory shock absorber for the VAZ 2101-2107 family in terms of reliability and damping capacity.

Thus, the shock absorber for the “classics” (VAZ 2101, 2102, 2103, 2104, 2105, 2106, 2107) of the SS20 brand is a reliable design that will allow you to forget about a number of problems that arise when operating a car with standard shock absorbers.

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Preliminary preparation for replacement

In the process of installing a new shock absorber strut on a VAZ 2110, the car owner has to dismantle a number of parts. Most of them have a resource that is comparable to the service of the node they are replacing. Therefore, it is recommended to purchase additional boots, bumpers, fasteners and other suspension parts.

A kit that may be needed when replacing racks

Appearance of the boot

Replacing the strut is a great time for suspension tuning. Therefore, additional spare parts may be needed. For example, to change the ride height and chassis stiffness, you will need an intercoil spacer or a set of stock springs. It is also recommended to purchase elements for tuning in advance before installing a new rack.