Some owners of modern Lada cars (Priors, Grants or Kalinas) experience a whistling sound in the door area when driving at speeds above 80 km/h. Others complain about water and dust getting into the cabin. All these shortcomings can be eliminated with the help of modifications, which involve installing an additional door seal.
You will need: D-profile seal with dimensions 14*12 mm, degreaser, RKI-19 (article 000017504293020), RGI-135 (1118-6107028).
Installation of additional door seals on Priora
Category: Do-it-yourself noise insulation Priora
| The sound insulation of foreign-made cars has always been different from domestic ones, and one of the reasons for this is the competent design of the body and the successful location of door seals. Let's figure out where and how you can install additional seals on the Priora. |
The maximum effect will be noticeable if the additional Priora seal is installed in the correct place and in combination on the car body and doors:
Reasons for replacement
Over several years of operation, the standard Priora door seals (as well as glass velvets) become unusable. Tears and cracks appear on them, parts of the door trim become wet. When driving at high speed, an air whistle and a draft appeared in the upper part of the windows. In this case, urgent replacement of rubber bands is required.
Often, Priora car owners install additional seals. This solution improves the noise and moisture insulation of the car interior.
Doors Lada Priora
If we talk about Priora doors, it is worth noting that the doors have a rather problematic design. First of all, this relates directly to the door fastening itself, which becomes loose during operation, and an unpleasant sound appears when it is closed. To fix these problems, the Priora needs to remove the trim and double the clips installed on the door.
A common problem is an unpleasant sound when the door lock is activated. To eliminate it, you will need to put special rubber pads on the lock levers.
Suitable
So which ones to put? In no case should you buy the first copy you come across, since each car model is suitable for a certain sealing rubber. Let's summarize the reviews from Priora drivers:
- Standard ones from VAZ-2110. They have hard rubber, so the door with such a seal closes tightly. Its U-shaped profile allows dirt to accumulate in it. Plugs on drainage holes make it difficult for moisture to drain away.
- Brands RKI-19 for VAZ-1117 (Kalina). Despite the assurances of the sellers, it is not suitable for installation on Priora. First, it is smaller in size, so it only covers part of the gap at the front of the door. Secondly, it is also made of fairly hard rubber.
- The best recommendations were received by foreign kits (K-FLEX and others) that have a tubular (or double-tubular), trapezoidal or Z-shaped profile. They are made of soft rubber, which ensures their tight fit to parts of the car.
Selecting a seal, correct fastening of the material
Having decided to install a certain sealing layer of material on the door of your car, in no case should you buy the first suitable material you come across, since only a certain additional door seal is suitable for each car.
Therefore, you need to familiarize yourself with all the information regarding the material used to seal car doors, and only then can you purchase components. For the Lada Kalina, material of the RKI-19 brand is suitable, but this sealing material is absolutely not suitable for installation on the Lada Priora. To install it on Priora you will need a little more material than RKI-19.
The right choice allows you to increase the life of the car and significantly reduce the level of noise entering the Priora’s interior. Installing additional seals on the doors allows you to carry out a kind of “sealing” of the car interior and protect the door locks and hinges from a variety of contaminants that can easily get through the door gap.
Installation
And now about what Lada Priora door seals are and their installation. Installation options can be very different:
- putting on the bottom of the door;
- installation with double-sided tape;
- gluing with sealant or glue.
Before gluing, the surfaces must be degreased. Usually the footage of the kit is enough to glue the door openings and the gaps between them and the wings.
As a conclusion, I would like to recommend washing the areas behind the rubber seals from dirt more often (and checking for rust). The lower parts require special attention.
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K-FLEX tube
This tube is intended for thermal insulation and can be purchased from departments specializing in air conditioning systems. Such a tube is attached with super glue, double-sided tape, or is already sold with a strip of contact glue. Before applying the tube to the surface of the body, it must be cleaned and degreased.
Glue the seal starting from the bottom corner of the windshield, along to the rear door. In addition, do not forget to glue the racks, reaching the door lock. At first, the doors will close quite tightly, but over time, the seal will become more pliable.
Foreign and domestic cars: sound insulation
If you compare the sound insulation of a foreign car and a Lada Priora, you will notice significant differences, which are primarily due to the fact that the foreign car has a more competently designed body and better located seals. Thus, in order to achieve the maximum effect of isolating extraneous noise, it is necessary to install additional seals in the right places on the car body and doors.
If you look closely, on foreign-made cars the door gaps do not exceed 2 mm, while on domestic cars this size is sometimes increased by 5 times, that is, it can be up to 10 mm. This makes you wonder how to install new seals on the Priora.
Seal fastening methods and their alternatives
As practice shows, additional door seals can be easily replaced by a regular rubber tube. For installation you will need superglue or double-sided tape and a surface degreasing agent. First you need to cut the tube into several parts. After that, the first part is taken, degreased and fixed with superglue in the right place.
Next, the tube is glued on top, they begin fastening the tube from the side of the windshield, then pull it in the direction of the rear door. Installing an additional seal may make it more difficult to close and open, so additional door adjustments will be required.
Installation of the seal takes about two to three hours. Additional seals are an excellent solution for getting rid of noise and moisture in the Priora’s interior.
In some cases, a special sealant can be used as glue; it is better suited for installation than glue. With its help, you can not only securely attach the seal, but also protect the car from rust. The first changes in the interior are noticeable immediately after attaching the seal to the car. After installation, the cabin becomes quiet and warm, and street noise practically does not penetrate. In rainy weather, the seal prevents moisture from penetrating into the interior.
Installation
And now about what Lada Priora door seals are and their installation. Installation options can be very different:
- putting on the bottom of the door;
- installation with double-sided tape;
- gluing with sealant or glue.
Before gluing, the surfaces must be degreased. Usually the footage of the kit is enough to glue the door openings and the gaps between them and the wings.
As a conclusion, I would like to recommend washing the areas behind the rubber seals from dirt more often (and checking for rust). The lower parts require special attention.
Functions of the door seal on the VAZ 2110 and its independent replacement
If even the owners of the new “ten” noted insufficient noise and wind insulation of the door rubbers, then what can we say about well-used cars. The door seals of the VAZ 2110, worn down by time and use, no longer meet even the minimum requirements that are imposed on them by not so demanding consumers of AvtoVAZ products.
Not only can you hear every creaking and rustling sound outside the cabin, but the driver’s left side and knee are “frozen,” and the passenger’s right is “frozen” by the headwind, which freely penetrates through loosely fitting doors and sagging rubber bands. To complete the picture, you should also add raindrops penetrating into the interior.
Door seal per meter
And yet, undoubtedly, any seals wear out, especially at the bottom, in the threshold area. Therefore, the isolation of the interior from external influences can be saved either by replacement or significant modification.
Selection of replacement
You won’t find any kind of advice for naive and gullible car owners on the Internet. Some suggest installing window seals on the VAZ 2110 instead of rubber bands intended for this model, others suggest inserting tubes from droppers inside. In general, there is no limit to skillful imagination.
We will try to focus on the most acceptable options, with proven effectiveness in practice.
So, to replace rubber bands you can use:
- a ready-made set from the manufacturer - designed specifically for the VAZ 2110. These are mass-produced rubber bands that fit perfectly on all doors. They are double-circuit and allow for additional sealing;
- measured VAZ rubber bands. That is, on sale you can find both ready-made, “soldered” rubber bands for each door, and a rubber band per meter for the same purpose;
- seals for Priora - according to experts, they are even better. Firstly, they are three-chambered, with a steel strip for fixation. Secondly, they are of higher quality, “hold” their shape longer, and do not wrinkle as much; Priorovsky door seal
- It is also possible to install rubber bands from GAZelle.
Tip: Before choosing a seal, you need to very carefully measure the internal length of the rubber bands on the front and rear doors. It’s better to take a little more if you’re not using a “native” set, because shortening is always easier than sharpening.
In addition, if you plan to modify it for tighter insulation, you will also need a tube for additional door sealing, about 8 mm in diameter made of silicone or polyurethane.
For fixation, disposable pins and glue are used.
Dismantling
After purchasing everything you need, you can first begin dismantling and then installing a new seal. The first stage is removing the plastic facing panel from the threshold. This is done using a regular flat-head screwdriver. Just try to do everything carefully, without damaging the plastic clips that secure the panel.
This is followed by the removal of old rubber bands. This is done by tearing it off, then removing the residue using available tools. If you need to remove the remaining glue or small debris, use a solvent (be careful that it does not dissolve the paintwork of the car).
Next, you need to clean the entire doorway from dust and various contaminants, paying special attention to the lower parts. You can do dry cleaning with a brush and vacuum cleaner. If you still need to wash it, let the surface dry thoroughly before installing the rubber bands.
Additional seal
If you have completely replaced old rubber bands with new ones in all doors, then no additional insulation is needed. But in cases where you do not want or do not have the opportunity to do this immediately, and the old rubber bands have become crushed and worn out, you can install additional VAZ 2110 door seals as a temporary measure.
We improve the seals on the doors of the VAZ 2110
- What to choose?
- Removal/installation
- Additional measures
Already on new cars of the VAZ 2110 series, buyers noted the insufficient effectiveness of noise insulation and wind protection by rubber on the doors. Therefore, there is no need to talk about used cars.
Over time, creaking and rustling noises appear, and the driver and passengers experience discomfort from the cold seeping through worn-out seals. Plus, loose fitting of the doors leads to the appearance of moisture inside the cabin during snow or rain.
It would seem that such an insignificant element as a seal, but how many problems it can cause in case of wear or mechanical damage.
The seals at the bottom of the doors, near the thresholds, are subject to the greatest wear. Therefore, every buyer of a used VAZ 2110 or the owner of a rather old car must first replace these same rubber bands.
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What to choose?
Sometimes you are amazed at the imagination and thoughts of those who are trying to save money on car repairs. If we talk about rubber seals, some advise using drip tubes instead, others go the other way, inserting window seals.
Do not follow such advice under any circumstances. They won't lead to anything good.
There are several truly correct and effective options, which we will introduce you to using the table.
| Option | Peculiarities |
| Ready-made kits from the manufacturer | They are designed specifically for the VAZ 2110 model. These are mass-produced rubber bands that fit perfectly on the dozen doors. Their design is double-circuit, which allows you to install additional seals if necessary. |
| Measuring rubber bands for VAZ | In stores you can purchase ready-made or soldered seals for each door. Or a solid tape, from which they will cut you a piece of the required length |
| Seals from Priora | Experts believe that these are the most effective and reliable seals. This is due to the three-chamber design with a steel fixing strip and high quality. These elastic bands do not wrinkle and keep their shape perfectly. |
| Rubber bands from GAZelle | A frequently encountered option that has similar characteristics to the standard elements for the dozen. The price is about the same |
When choosing the length of the required piece of seal, measure the internal length of the installed rubber bands on both doors separately. Take it with a reserve, because you can always cut off the excess.
The fixing elements should be caps and high-quality, effective glue. When purchasing the rubber itself, they will tell you which glue is best to use.
Removal
When you have purchased the required number of seals, you can begin to work.
The first step is to remove the old rubber elements, after which the installation of new parts begins.
Let's tell you more about the dismantling procedure.
- Remove the plastic trim panels installed on your vehicle's door sills. To do this you will need a thick screwdriver. Remove carefully, being careful not to damage the plastic caps. But it’s better to buy new ones in advance if you can’t carefully dismantle the threshold.
- Now remove the old pieces of rubber from the seats. Simply tear off the sections that are torn off by hand.
- Remaining rubber can be cleaned off with any available tool. Only be careful with sharp objects so as not to damage the metal and paint layer.
- Very small residues and traces of glue are removed using solvents. Make sure that the solvent you choose will not damage your paintwork.
- Go over the doorway with a vacuum cleaner, remove all dust and dirt. Take special care to clean the bottom part. If wet cleaning was used, wait until everything is thoroughly dry.
Upcoming work
Installation
This process cannot be called complicated. You are not required to have any special training or extensive experience. Although you should at least be able to handle glue.
Working with the back door
Each stage is performed consistently and carefully to achieve the desired result and create comfort inside the cabin.
- Even if you have already measured the required length of the seals for your doors, we advise you to do it again. Anything can happen.
- Cut the required length, plus leave a couple of centimeters of reserve. Although if we are talking about a ready-made set of rubber bands, you won’t have to cut or leave anything. Skip the first two points.
- Insert a tube made of silicone or polymer inside the sealing tape. They are sold everywhere, so there should be no problems finding them.
- The length of the tube must match the length of the rubber. This tube will serve to create the necessary elasticity and allow the elastic to press more tightly to the door. This way, ventilation gaps will not appear, and the cabin will become much quieter.
- A shaped side rubber seal is glued to the bottom.
- If the tape is solid, you can start putting it on from either side, as is more convenient for you.
- If it is a measuring rubber band, then start from a point between the door overhangs, or 30 centimeters from the bottom of the threshold. Moving up or down is a personal choice for each master. There is no difference here.
- Push the figured profile all the way down. To do this you will need a rubber or wooden hammer. He's a mallet.
- When the seal is installed around the entire perimeter, an extra piece will be revealed. Cut the tube straight and end-to-end, and make the elastic itself seem slightly deformed. It's like you tore it off by hand. This will avoid the unpleasant phenomenon of siphoning through the joint.
- Replace the pistons; if some were damaged during removal, replace them with new, intact ones.
- Replace the plastic cladding removed from the threshold.
- The second contour of the seal is glued along the edges carefully, but as tightly as possible, after which time is given for the glue to dry completely.
Additional Priora door seals - improving vehicle sound insulation
Almost every driver is familiar with the concept of “noise insulation”; every driver knows perfectly well what role this element of the car’s design plays. Noise insulation allows you to operate the car comfortably; sometimes you want to listen to your favorite music in the car, but annoying extraneous noises prevent you from doing this. It is known that tuning a car is not a cheap pleasure, and not every car enthusiast can afford it, so most car enthusiasts are looking for alternative ways to solve the problem of car sound insulation.
Comparison of foreign cars and Lada Priora
First you need to figure out why you need to install door seals. The sound insulation of any foreign car and the Lada Priora has a large number of differences. First of all, it is necessary to note the fact that a foreign-made car has a better designed shape and structure of the car and the seals are installed much better. It is the desire to get a car with good sound insulation that forces car owners to additionally install seals on the Priora.
There is another significant difference in the design of the doorways of the Lada Priora car compared to cars manufactured by foreign manufacturers. This difference is the doorway gap; on foreign cars it, as a rule, does not exceed 2 mm, but on the Lada Priora this gap is several times larger, which creates an additional noise effect. That is why it is worth considering installing additional door sealing material.
Main functions of seals
The main functions of conventional sealing material are:
| № | Function |
| 1 | increasing the level of sound insulation |
| 2 | increasing the level of thermal insulation |
| 3 | increasing vehicle protection from moisture |
| 4 | Reducing the sound that occurs when closing doors |
Thanks to the installation of an additional seal, the operating comfort of the vehicle increases.
Conventional rubber seals
Construction sealant, in the form of rubber strips with an adhesive base, can be bought at an ordinary hardware store. It is used to glue the doors of the Priora and the body. However, in the lower part of the body, you need to constantly monitor the seals, because over time, dirt or moisture may accumulate under them and the metal will begin to rust. In this case, you should replace the seal with a new one, not forgetting to treat the surface with a degreaser.
An additional door seal for the Lada Priora will not only serve as part of the easy tuning of the car, but will help improve thermal insulation and will not allow heat to escape from the cabin, and in addition, the noise level will be significantly reduced.
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