Features of tuning the VAZ 2112 interior, materials used

It is the cars of this domestic manufacturer that are the favorite “platform” for all kinds of tuning. For some, this is one of the ways to show their imagination, skills as an auto mechanic and designer; for others, it is an opportunity to improve the technical qualities of the car to ensure a comfortable ride.

Tuning a VAZ 2110 is a process of refining (in some cases completely changing) a “tens” in order to improve its factory characteristics: engine power, increasing the efficiency of the braking system, improving the suspension and much more.

It is worth noting that most people associate this word with a radical change in the appearance of the car, the interior, the addition of a special acoustic system and much more. Tuning and modification of the VAZ 2110 is a hobby and professional activity of many car enthusiasts.

Installation of a new instrument panel and modernization of the existing one

The most popular way to change the interior of a car is to modernize the instrument panel. It is this element that is in the center of the driver’s attention throughout the entire time he drives the vehicle.

Conventionally, the following methods for upgrading the instrument panel can be distinguished:

• Installing a version from another car. In this case, the dashboard from Priora is suitable. At the same time, we note that there are two versions of this design; for the car in question, 2170-3801010-50 without a CAN bus is suitable. As a rule, a similar design was installed on Priora until 2012.
• You can also purchase an instrument panel, which is produced by companies that create components for tuning. In the modern world, tuning of domestic cars is carried out quite often, which has determined a large selection of such designs.
• It is possible to modify an already installed structure. This method of changing the instrument panel is quite popular, as it does not lead to high costs. At the same time, you can fully realize your fantasies.

Let's look at each method of changing the instrument panel in more detail.

Sidebar: Important: Recently, quite often the installation of a dashboard with navigation, called “Itelma”, has been carried out. It has a very attractive design and good functionality. It is worth paying attention to the fact that in order to ensure maximum functionality of the instrument panel in question, other elements should also be installed. These include:

1. Switch with joystick, which is located on the right side. A similar switch is used to control the installed navigator. The switch has several function keys 2. GPS antenna, which is installed on the roof. The correct installation of the antenna determines how well the signal from the satellite will be received in high-rise buildings.

Features of installing a new shield include:

1. If a new type of instrument cluster was installed in the car from the factory, then there will be no need to make changes or upgrades. The work consists of removing the old shield, and then installing a new one and connecting the antenna. Connecting the antenna can be done simply, in much the same way as with a walkie-talkie. 2. If the car has an old-style instrument panel, then the front panel will have to be significantly modified. The changes consist of cutting off the red and white blocks belonging to the 13-pin group, and then connecting them to the 32-pin according to the diagram. The next step is to upgrade the mounting and weight, since they do not fit the shape of this car. The process is quite complicated, but the result will not disappoint expectations.

The panel in question has a screen that displays a map with navigation. When creating this design element, the Windows CE 6.0 operating system was used. A fairly popular program called Navitel is installed as navigation software. It has detailed maps and a fairly high accuracy of display of all objects. If necessary, you can update maps from disk. The level of signal reception depends on the quality of the installed antenna. VAZ 2112 interior tuning using this method is quite expensive, but the result is not like any other.

Another way of tuning is to install previously manufactured dashboards. As a rule, during their manufacture the structure is adjusted to the landing area. When choosing, you should take into account the location of the main scale, as well as the backlight features.

You can independently change an already installed dashboard quite quickly and easily. As an example, consider the following type of modernization:

• First you need to dismantle the old panel. To do this, just unscrew a few bolts, remove the clamps and plugs.
• It is recommended to pay special attention to removing chips and disconnecting wires. Everything should be numbered when dismantling.
• The next step is to remove the instrument panel and disassemble it. This is quite difficult to do; the protective glass is secured using plugs.
• Changes may look different. The most popular is changing the backlight or scale. As a rule, diodes are used for illumination.

Self-upgrading does not take much time. At the same time, cash costs will be kept to a minimum. It can be carried out within one day with careful preparation for the work.

Carrying out sound insulation on a VAZ 2110

One of the most popular types of tuning is the creation of sound insulation, since in the VAZ 2110 it causes complaints from many car enthusiasts. By the way, the VAZ 2109 has a similar situation, so tuning is simply necessary for the nine, especially tuning the interior of the VAZ 2109. This work also applies to tuning, and it must be carried out at the initial stage of finalizing the vehicle.

This work should have an integrated approach, since it is in this case that the desired result can be achieved. Comprehensive work involves improving the sound insulation of the interior, trunk and engine compartment.

Eliminating "crickets"

Almost all owners of VAZ cars know what “crickets” are. When driving at a high enough speed, a hum, noise, creaking and many other sounds appear that are very annoying. This is why moving long distances will be quite painful. Let's look at the most common problems associated with car sound insulation, as well as ways to solve them.

A fairly common problem is squeaks. This is due to poor sound insulation of the interior, which does not improve even with each generation. Plastic rattling can, as a rule, be provoked by a regular blow; periodic rocking of some structural elements of the interior trim also causes quite a lot of problems. The creaking of plastic is quite unpleasant and can make even the calmest driver nervous, and this promises big problems. There is an opinion that such sounds prevent the driver from falling asleep while driving, but this is not the case. If the driver wants to sleep a lot, then even the loudest sound will become soothing music.

Solving the problem with squeaking, which is also a VAZ 2112 interior tuning, can be done quite simply and quickly. Features of car modernization include:

1. All joints are glued with a material that can dampen vibration. 2. If necessary, the structure can be strengthened. This can be done by using self-tapping screws. 3. The material used to dampen vibration is bitoplastic, madeline and many other materials. It is worth noting that the efficiency of the work can be significantly increased with an integrated approach, which involves the use of several types of materials. 4. Silicone spray is also quite effective in this case. It is applied quite quickly and easily.

In most cases, strong noise causes vibration of internal panels made of plastic. However, aerodynamic noise can also cause discomfort. They appear at a fairly high speed and also cause significant discomfort. The causes of aerodynamic noise are as follows:

• Incorrect installation of deflectors on windows.
• Presence of through holes.
• Poorly installed antenna.
• Roof rack. In some cases, it is best to remove the trunk, as it creates additional resistance.
• Use of low-quality sealing material.

Eliminating the above problems allows us to solve the problem with aerodynamic noise insignificantly. Iron rattling also becomes a significant problem for the car in question. As a rule, steel noise can be heard when driving over bumps. The problem may lie in unreliable fastening of the door elements under the trim. The problem can be solved by tightening all the bolts and fasteners, after which the inside of the door is covered with insulating material.

A strong squeak when passing through a bumpy area may indicate door play. In order to check the condition of the doors, open them and then slightly lift them. If clicks are heard while lifting the door, you can lubricate the hinge. The most effective way to solve the problem in this case is to replace the loop. A plastic body kit can also cause squeaking. They are made using thin plastic. That is why, even with a minor impact, the attachment of the body kit can be seriously damaged. You can clearly feel the bumper rattling when driving at low speed with the windows open. Soft gaskets and increased rigidity of the fastening help reduce the noise emanating from plastic fastenings.

Unpleasant sounds quite often come from the installed suspension. There are many reasons why noise appears:

• Loose nut on the rod of the installed shock absorber. In this case, the knock is quite strong, but dull, it dries well and there is a possibility of vibration being transferred to the body. The problem can be solved by tightening the nut.
• A knocking sound from the shock absorber may be due to severe wear of the O-ring. Such a defect does not mean that the shock absorber has failed and should be noticed.
• If a very strong knock occurs and the car moves to the side on a straight section, the shock absorber should be replaced.
• The noise may come from a dead support bearing. This is because the rubber damper can wear out quite a bit over time. You can check this structural element quite simply and without special tools.
• A knocking sound from the steering tip indicates a fairly serious problem. The problem in question can be identified quite simply: the steering wheel should be turned from side to side, if there is play, then there is a problem with the steering system. The appearance of a squeak also indicates a problem.

Some problems can be eliminated by working on the interior insulation. In this case, it is necessary to completely dismantle the skin and multi-layer sizing of the body.

Results

Taking into account the fact that the 2111 can currently only be purchased secondhand, it is necessary to carefully inspect the car for shortcomings, otherwise its maintenance will require significant investments, financial and time.

It is advisable to refuse to purchase a car from the first years of production with a carburetor engine and a model with a 2112 engine due to their imperfections and problems.

The VAZ 2111 is perfect as an unpretentious “workhorse”, a first car for honing your driving skills, or if you constantly need to transport a large amount of luggage.

Installing a torpedo from a foreign car

After a while, the interior of the purchased car becomes boring, and it needs to be updated. A significant change to the car's interior can be called the replacement of the central dashboard. On the Internet you can find many examples of such alterations. In most cases, a panel from old Opel or BMW models is installed. In most cases, the panel fits with virtually no modifications. It is possible to carry out work on installing a torpedo from a foreign car only if it is adjusted. To do this, you will have to change the position of the fastenings, as well as the shape of the torpedo.

The work of replacing a torpedo takes a lot of time. At the same time, dismantling work takes no more than one day, but work on adjusting the panel takes at least 2-5 days. The panel from older Volkswagen models is most suitable for installation, since fitting takes little time and the cost of the panel itself is relatively low.

In conclusion, we note that there are quite a few ways to modify the interior of a car. It is important to understand that even the smallest modification requires maximum care. Mistakes made can lead to serious problems and unexpected costs. Therefore, before performing work, you should study the recommendations.

Trunk shelf

When doing the internal tuning of a VAZ-2112 with your own hands, do not forget about such an important part of the interior as the trunk shelf. Considering the work done previously, it makes sense to install a high-quality stereo music system in your car. Therefore, it is best to replace the original shelf with an acoustic one, which is installed to replace the old one.

The plastic sidewalls are also replaced with wooden ones, which makes the new design quieter than the factory one. There is no point in designing a special shelf and sidewalls yourself; they are available for sale, and the range of offers allows you to choose the most interesting option for you.

All you have to do is install it. Tuning the trunk of a VAZ-2112 with your own hands will not only make the interior of the car quiet, but also install larger speakers or a different shape.

Cons of the 2111 model

Despite the fact that the car works properly even at minus 20 degrees, drivers and passengers cannot feel comfortable in severe frost, it’s all because of the stove, which is equipped in an unusual way. While the legs are freezing, the upper torso is literally burning from high temperatures, the creators clearly did not think through this subtlety.

The disadvantages of the VAZ-2111 also include the following:

1. Sound insulation leaves much to be desired.
2. Where the hood is located, the iron is unreliable, so do not be surprised if, due to frequent pressure on the hood, dented areas form when closing.
3. It’s easy to drive smoothly in a straight line, but you shouldn’t exceed the speed of 130-140 km/h, the car can lead.

If you want to improve the performance of the VAZ-2111 and modernize it, install power steering - this option is not included in the basic kit, it can be installed as an additional feature upon request, which is what service station workers do.

Salon

Those car owners who value personal comfort more are the first to start making changes to the interior. The most extensive work involves installing sound insulation, which entails complete disassembly of the interior.

There is a large selection of materials and means with which you can harmonize the interior appearance of your VAZ-2111 with your preferences. Tuning to change the color of the interior using polyvinyl chloride colored self-adhesive films is quite simple and affordable. You can also install LED lighting in a variety of places - from door handles to the gear shift knob. In addition, you can change the instrument panel or install a more preferable color lighting for the instruments on the dashboard.

For greater comfort, you can change the front seats by taking a replacement from a foreign car. However, this process is more complex, as it involves welding to fit the fastenings of the new seats. In addition, when replacing only the front seats, it is advisable to reupholster the entire interior so that the difference in upholstery does not irritate you and your passengers.