Almost every VAZ 2107 owner thinks about improving his car. There are many options: changing the appearance of the instrument panel, upholstering or replacing seats, installing musical equipment, tuning the steering wheel, gear lever, etc. Based on the article, car enthusiasts can choose the tuning option they are interested in and perform it themselves.
- Tuning the interior of a VAZ 2107
What applies to tuning the interior of a VAZ 2107 - Photo gallery: examples of the tuned interior of the “Seven”
- Video: tuning the “Seven” dashboard
- Video: making your own “beard” for the “seven”
- Seat trim for VAZ 2107
Video: self-upholstery of VAZ 2107 seats
- Which radio to put on "seven"
Video: connecting a car radio to a VAZ 2107
What is tuning and how is it useful?
Car tuning (from English tuning - setting, adjustment) is a modification, technical improvement of a car, making changes to the factory characteristics in order to improve its characteristics. In simple words, tuning is a modification of a car to suit individual needs and tastes.
Almost everything in the car is subject to tuning: engine, transmission, suspension, wheels, brakes, seats, steering wheel, dashboard, lights, headlights, bumpers, mirrors and much more.
Tuning the appearance of a car (painting it in unusual colors, installing cast or forged wheels, stickers, airbrushing, tinting windows, installing spoilers, changing headlights, etc.) is also called styling, as it allows you to create an individual style for the car, making it stand out in traffic.
With the help of tuning you can turn your favorite “seven” into a sports car
According to my observations on the city streets, “classics” are often subject to tuning of both external elements and the interior. There were “sevens” that were almost as good as modern foreign cars in terms of comfort: with air conditioning, electric windows, powerful acoustics, comfortable seats, and beautiful dashboard lighting. I believe that tuning offers almost unlimited possibilities that are worth using; it gives a second life to an old but beloved car.
Tuning the interior of the VAZ 2107
Probably every owner of the “Seven” has ever thought about tuning his car. VAZ 2107 is the last model in the series of VAZ “classics”, discontinued relatively recently - in 2012. And now more than a million Russians continue to use it. The level of comfort of the “Seven” does not reach modern cars, which is why there is a desire to improve it. VAZ 2107 , like other “classic” models, is one of the most tuned Russian cars due to its outdated design and lack of many modern amenities.
Read about tuning VAZ 2107 headlights: https://bumper.guru/klassicheskie-modeli-vaz/tyuning/fary-na-vaz-2107-tyuning.html
Tuning the engine, suspension and other hardware is useful for those who want to turn their car into a racing car, or simply like to accelerate well on the track. In principle, the VAZ 2107 has a reliable engine, the power of which is sufficient for normal trips in city mode or on the highway. More attention should be paid to the interior, because the comfort of the driver and passenger directly depends on the quality of its design.
The standard interior of the VAZ 2107 requires modification and improvement
My brother drove a VAZ 2107 for 5 years. A classic “seven” with classic shortcomings: dim dashboard lighting, sticking window lift, freezing door handles in winter, creaky seats. For some reason, thoughts about tuning did not occur to me at that time, but it’s a pity, the car could have been made much more comfortable and interesting.
What applies to tuning the interior of a VAZ 2107
Interior tuning is making changes to its elements: seats, doors, ceiling, steering wheel, dashboard, power windows, etc. It may consist of:
- replacing elements with more comfortable ones;
- reupholstery with special materials (leather, velor, etc.);
- connecting additional functions not provided by the factory - electric windows, heated seats, air conditioning, heated windows, instrument panel lighting, sound insulation.
There are many options for tuning the interior, so you can make the interior of the car look the way you really want.
Photo gallery: examples of the tuned interior of the “Seven”
Ergonomic tuning of the interior in red and gray gives the interior of the car a stylish and modern look
The bright interior is suitable for those who love rich and contrasting colors.
During the tuning process, powerful music equipment and the most modern technology are often added to the cabin.
Good tuning can turn the interior of a VAZ 2107 into a luxury car
You can do simple interior tuning yourself
The interior of the VAZ 2107 can be made comfortable without installing unnecessary parts
Tuning the interior in blue tones looks bright and “for everyone”
How does the VAZ 21074 injector control circuit work?
VAZ 21074 with an injection type engine has its own characteristics. Firstly, there is electronic control of the engine. This system clearly controls the composition of the fuel mixture. The fuel pump is also controlled and turned on and off electronically. This control is exercised over all parts of the engine.
The VAZ 21074 injector circuit consists of the following main components: an electronic unit, several sensors, connecting wires. There is a warning lamp on the dashboard that lights up in the event of malfunctions in the operation of system elements. When the car starts to operate and the engine starts, checking its operation begins. The warning light first turns on and then, if everything is OK, goes out. If the lamp lights up while the car is running, this indicates possible malfunctions in the engine.
The VAZ 21074 injector generator has a three-phase alternating current. It has a built-in rectifier unit and voltage regulator.
The most important element of the electronic circuit is the control unit. It is he who is responsible for generating signals to control engine operation and processing coming from sensors of performance indicators of parts of the system. The unit has a built-in memory, in which data is stored even in the absence of power.
Sensors are used to generate signals about the operation of, for example, the crankshaft and other things, which allows you to synchronize the operation of system elements with each other.
In general, proper operation of the VAZ 21074 injector allows you to pay a minimum of attention to the car and periodically check it using special diagnostic equipment. But a carburetor engine is more demanding and will require more attention, since it will have to be periodically cleaned, adjusted and tuned. For example, very often they do tuning of a VAZ 2109 (carburetor).
It is also worth noting that the VAZ 21074 (injector) has an affordable price (on average about $4,000, if you look, you can find it for $2,000, but you still have to tinker with it), which, of course, is an additional advantage along with efficiency and reliability of the car.
And finally, a video about how the VAZ 21074 injector accelerates to 150 km/h:
Tuning seats VAZ 2107
Unlike earlier VAZ Seven models, the factory was equipped with anatomically shaped seats and headrests connected to the backrest. The front seats of the VAZ 2107 are quite fragile and quickly fail - the frame breaks, the backrests warp, and the upholstery wears off.
Standard VAZ 2107 seats are not particularly ergonomic or durable
On our “seven” the seats were exactly like this: wobbly and creaky. The adjustment mechanism also constantly jammed - before adjusting it to suit you, you had to spend a lot of effort.
The easiest way to tune seats is to install covers. Covers for VAZs are sold in almost any auto store; custom-tailoring is also possible.
Installing seat covers on the VAZ 2107 improves the appearance of the interior
Seat trim for VAZ 2107
After upholstering the seats, the interior of the car becomes very attractive. For this you can use:
- genuine leather;
- leatherette;
- suede;
- velvet;
- velours;
- flock;
- carpet;
- alcantara.
Natural leather is undoubtedly the most durable. But as you know, this is a very expensive material, and in hot weather it is uncomfortable to sit on leather seats. The most budget-friendly and fairly reliable upholstery is made from Alcantara and velor. Therefore, these materials are most widely used among car enthusiasts.
Based on the purpose of tuning and financial capabilities, you can do a complete reupholstery of the interior, including the ceiling, door trim, sun visors, steering wheel, and dashboard.
After you decide on the type of material, you need to choose its color. Traditionally, seat upholstery is made in the same color as the interior upholstery, but a harmonious combination of different shades can make the car interior more original and attractive.
The seats of the VAZ 2107, covered with artificial leather, look representative
Video: self-upholstery of VAZ 2107 seats
Changing seat mountings
When installing non-original seats on the “seven”, a situation may arise that the seats do not fit the mounts. In this case, you will have to resort to welding.
Experts believe that any seats that fit the dimensions can be installed on the “seven”. However, changing their mounting is a very labor-intensive job, so if possible, it is better to choose seats that do not require welding for installation.
Anyone who has ever driven a classic remembers well and knows which seats are in the front. In my case, taking into account the fact that the car is 20 years old, the seats have become unsuitable for use. After some thought, I decided to take a more complicated and expensive route, namely installing seats from a used foreign car. In general, I ended up taking it from the Passat, but only the front ones. In general, when I bought the chairs, I basically knew that the fastenings of the vv and the vase were different and very, very different. As you already understood, there were problems with this. We thought for a long time about how to get out of the situation and came to the conclusion that we needed to make some kind of swap of the sleds from the old chairs with new seats. In general, we started by completely cutting off the stand, the one near the tunnel, and making a new one in order to achieve the same level as the one near the door. When I brought them to the chairs, there were ears for fastening wheels for the sled, but they were too long (to be installed to the floor) and I had to cut them off and sacrifice the driver’s seat elevator mechanism. It’s unpleasant, of course, but what can you do?
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Installation of seats from another car on a VAZ 2107
Seat covers are a great tuning option, but if they are already loose, they will have to be replaced. On the “seven” you can install both new original seats and seats from foreign cars. Seats from a 1996 Mercedes W210 and a 1993 Toyota Corolla are suitable. Seats from SKODA and Fiat are suitable, but to install them you will need to make two additional holes.
In addition to the above, Peugeot and Nissan seats are used, but they do not match and require modification of the fastening. The seats from Volkswagen fit almost without modifications, but they are too high for the VAZ 2107, therefore, despite the increased comfort, installing them is not recommended.
Peugeot seats fit the VAZ 2107, but to install them you need to slightly modify the fastening mechanism
Replacing seats is considered a change to the design of the vehicle and, in accordance with Russian legislation, requires mandatory registration with the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate.
Injector
The first injection VAZ-21074 appeared only in 2006. Car enthusiasts were enthusiastic about the new product and preferred to buy cars with such an injection system.
Despite the fact that the cost of such a car was higher, the complexity of the equipment (the presence of a computer unit, a number of sensors) meant slightly higher operating costs, but at the same time a number of advantages appeared, namely:
- Lower fuel consumption compared to the carburetor model.
- Easy engine starting (especially in cold weather).
- The influence of fuel quality on the nature of engine operation was neutralized.
- Stable engine operation at idle speeds, which are much lower than those of carburetor models.
The installation of a modern injection system has opened up new opportunities for VAZ-21074 owners. The injector allows you to change the technical characteristics very quickly - reprogramming the control unit can make the engine more economical or, conversely, more powerful and responsive. There is no need to change the engine design in any way.
Steering wheel improvement
The steering wheel is the main control element of the car, so it must be comfortable to operate and suitable in size. In the VAZ 2107, the main disadvantage of the steering wheel is its large size, which slows down the steering speed and impairs maneuverability.
The standard steering wheel of the VAZ 2107 makes it difficult to control the car due to its large size
I got behind the wheel of my brother’s “Seven” several times when I was studying at a driving school, and there was a catastrophic lack of lessons with an instructor. In my opinion, the steering wheel is really uncomfortable. It is large, but the rim is quite thin, and it is uncomfortable to hold. And it is not located very well - in the turning position it noticeably covers the dashboard and, unfortunately, is not adjustable. Our steering wheel also had a feature - either constructive, or the wheel alignment was poorly adjusted - the car drives straight not with the steering wheel in a straight position, but with the steering wheel turned slightly to the right.
The easiest type of tuning that will help cope with external defects of the steering wheel, for example, abrasions, is to install a braid on its rim. It also makes control more convenient, since your hands will no longer slide on the steering wheel.
With braiding, the steering wheel does not slip and looks more presentable
To replace the steering wheel, the old steering wheel must be removed. Car stores sell sports steering wheels for the VAZ 2107. You can also install a steering wheel from a foreign car on the “Seven”, but not from just any car; it must fit the mounts. Alternatively, you can go to an auto-disassembly shop with your steering wheel and choose the right one there.
A more technically complex tuning option is to install hydraulic or electric power steering.
Increasing rear suspension stiffness
In order to tune the rear suspension of the VAZ-2107, you need to replace several components. Namely: springs, shock absorbers, silent blocks and rubber bumpers.
In order to make a balanced modification of the rear suspension of the VAZ-2107, you need to take into account the lift height and spring length. You may have to remove a few threads to get the correct fit. The springs need to be changed to more powerful and stiffer ones. Usually good for replacing springs from a Niva car.
The next step is to replace the shock absorbers. The main thing here is to meet the requirements. It is better to look for shock absorbers with a fixed rod, as they are usually much stiffer than their counterparts.
Even seemingly insignificant parts: bumpers and silent blocks must be replaced with more reliable and powerful ones. Because abrasion of rubber bands leads to deterioration in car control. This is immediately felt, so upgrading the chassis makes the car more reliable to use.
