Initially, the off-road vehicle VAZ2121 "Niva" was created for operation on rough terrain. On it you can conquer any peak, and this is a fact. However, despite the good ground clearance and full drive, the real thrust and power have to be achieved by the motorists themselves. This is done with the help of multiple modifications (in other words, it's tuning). VAZ 2121 "Niva" and its technical characteristics we will consider in this article.
Refinement of internal combustion engine
If you plan on this SUVto conquer the impassability, to start best with the finalization of the engine. Such tuning of the VAZ "Niva" 2121 with your own hands is quite possible, but if you are not sure of your abilities, entrust all work to professional masters. The whole process is involved in increasing the exhaust and inlet channels of the cylinder head, as well as in reducing the weight of the valves and their guides. All this will increase engine power by about 10-15 percent. This is a significant result, and on the road you will immediately feel the difference and will feel how easily your obstacles overcome your improved "Niva" 2121. Tuning at this stage can be continued. In addition, to increase the power, replace the carburetor and change the ignition system to electronic.
"Niva" 2121 - suspension tuning
The next stage will be the finalization of this particularparts. Since the "Niva" is an all-wheel drive SUV, its suspension should be appropriate. In order to increase the course behind, it is necessary to install the "Rancho" shock absorbers and springs from the VAZ "four". Also do not forget about the reinforcement of the rear axle. The best material for this is steel boxes of 0.03 cm each. The front suspension can be increased in the same way. As a result, you will get a larger 4.5 cm clearance.
The exterior of the car "Niva" 2121
Tuning of the exterior is an integral partfinalization of the Niva. And since our task is to make the car more off-road, the first thing to do is to take care of the installation of the kangaroo. This part will protect the car body and its headlights from various impacts. By the way, lighting equipment can also be modified. Front install steel grilles, and instead of serial stop signals set tuning options. But this is not the end of the styling process of the domestic SUV
And in the end you can take care of installingpower bumper. Such parts are initially equipped with a powerful winch and are entirely made up of metal. Unlike painting like "khaki", this part does not necessarily fit into the vehicle's technical passport, and the effect of the application can be felt at the first departure. So tune your Niva and share your experience with others.