Absolutely no one will argue that UAZ on large wheels looks much more spectacular than its counterpart in the factory version. In addition, the glory of not very reliable cars has long been assigned to Ulyanovsk off-road vehicles, but this is more than offset by the significant cheapness of spare parts and components. But the integration of larger-diameter discs is always combined with multifaceted tuning that can transform the already essential functionality of this car.

It is especially popular among fans of off-road conquest. To implement this on our own, first of all, it is required to integrate spacers between the body and the frame, which can be implemented, for example, with hockey pucks, which are installed on all 12 fastening bolts, 2 pieces per bolt.

It will also be necessary to replace the spring earrings with longer counterparts from the Gazelle. The installation process itself is quite simple and does not take too much time, and it will also allow you to introduce the 35th wheels without any problems. These installations will increase the jeep's clearance by 10 cm, and this will lead to an improvement in the vehicle's cross-country ability and the security of its many structural components.

Of course, the idea of ​​integrating washers is absolutely not new, and it can be applied to any car. However, in addition to these elements, there are branded imported body lift kits on the market, which are estimated at around $200. Many may say that throwing such money down the drain does not make sense, but this is not entirely true. Factory kits are made of special plastic, undergo mandatory certification and testing, they are resistant to heat, shock and vibration, but nothing specific can be said about the washers. In any case, the choice remains with the car owner himself.

In general, the UAZ suspension lift has positive and negative aspects. The main advantage of this revision is the possibility of improving geometric patency off-road vehicle and installation of rims of larger diameter. However, in this case, an increase in the angles of the cardan crosses occurs, which begin to work for a break, so one suspension lift cannot be limited.

For the implementation of the UAZ SUV on large wheels, there are several options for lifting the suspension. The simplest of them are the above method with the integration of longer spring earrings, various spacers, as well as the possibility of springing the springs. In the first option, it is necessary not to overdo it with the length of the earrings, as this can lead to a deterioration in handling and a change in the operation of the suspension for the worse.

Roman's first car from the Komi Republic was a BMW 5-Series, but after driving it for exactly a year, he decided to sell it. The thing is that such a car was not very suitable for the harsh northern conditions, where there is a lot of snow and few high-quality asphalt roads. For a harsh climate, an all-wheel drive SUV was needed! So Roman's choice fell on our domestic all-wheel drive SUV UAZ.

While serving in the army, Roman already had experience with UAZ. In the car, he liked its reliability and patency. It was for this reason that he began to look for a car precisely old model on military bridges, but with a living body. The search for a donor lasted about a year. In 2009, Roman managed to find a 1993 UAZ 417 suitable for his purposes with gear axles, albeit with a slightly dented, but lively body. And the goal was a bright expedition vehicle on big wheels, which can be driven to any place and not be afraid of snow or bad roads.

“There were, of course, problems with the engine, axles and brakes. For the first six months brought it to working condition " says Roman.

Having driven a UAZ for a year and a half in stock off-road condition, the author of the project decided to add even more cross-country ability to the SUV. It all started with the installation of 33-inch wheels (over time, they were replaced by 38s). And it started that Roman was already unstoppable. Today he uses his expeditionary for hunting, fishing, tourism and travel in the Subpolar Urals.

“At first, I just wanted to improve the off-road qualities of the car: put 33 tires and a small lift” Roman shares.

Having installed 33-inch wheels, and having driven around on an SUV, Roman decided to freshen up the body a little: he dismantled it, straightened it, puttied it and covered it with soil. For a long time, our today's hero could not decide on the color of the body, but settled on a bright orange color.

For contrast, black plastic overlays were added to some parts of the body: snorkel, moldings, armrests, overlays on the door pillars, overlays on the hinges, radiator, tailgate and door lining, spoiler, deflector. Front power bumper RIF new model. For beauty, 2 tank headlights were installed high beam FG-126, in which 5000K xenon kits were introduced.

“Many are opponents of plastic on the UAZ. Of course, who cares, but I really like to change the external and internal design of my UAZ with the help of parts from this material " Roman shares.

UAZ is used both for everyday driving around the city and off-road. Roman's native low-power motor did not suit him, and he decided to look for another one. Initially, he wanted to install Japanese diesel engine, but after thinking a few times, his choice fell on the ZMZ 409 - a 2.7-liter gasoline unit with a capacity of 150 hp.

The most interesting moment was the introduction of an engine from later modified UAZ models, since Roman had no experience with the 409th engine. He had to completely change all the wiring, digest all the fastenings of the internal combustion engine and gearbox, lay fuel line. Despite all the difficulties, the author of the project was satisfied with his choice. At the same time, the old gearbox was replaced with a new five-speed one from ADS, and gears from 3.3 were put into the transfer case.

The frame of the UAZ was not left without attention. It took more than a week to clean and paint it alone. As soon as it came to joining the frame with the body, new sets of pillows and a 60 mm body lift were put on it. Next came a new exhaust, a 100-liter tank and power steering. Both axles were fitted with automatic locks and disc brakes. The suspension has also been changed. All springs were completely replaced with 3-leaf springs from a euroloaf, and GAZ 53 shock absorbers were added.

As befits any expeditionary, the car from our today's story is equipped with a snorkel, a winch, a chandelier, a roof rack, a diagnostic trip computer Multitronics MPC-800 and HELLA work lights (on the back of the trunk).

“The first trip in our small town was a sensation, many people came up, were interested and took pictures with the UAZ. to this day, some pedestrians who turn around follow him with their eyes. ” Roman shares.

Roman plans to refine the interior, but he has not yet decided on this, and the alteration of doors and doorways: from 5-door to 3-door. There were no difficulties in the implementation of the project, all alterations took place as usual scheduled repairs hands of the author of the project in his own garage.

“Last summer we tried to scout the way to Lake Haimato. We did not get a little, the July snow interfered. We then drove from locality about 100 km, which by local standards is very far on wheeled vehicles"- says the author of the project.

The choice of discs and tires on the UAZ 469 is the most important factor affecting the comfort and safety of the ride. In general, the wheels for such SUVs do not differ in any way. design features and similar to other brands domestic cars. Consider the main parameters rims UAZ 469, 31512, 31514, 31519, 3153, Bars, Hunter.

The standard indicators for mounting disks are as follows:

Reaming 5 * 139.7, where 5 is the number of holes on a diameter of 139.7 mm.

DIA must be at least standard (108 mm), otherwise the wheel will not be able to fit on the hub.

When choosing tires and wheels for tuning the UAZ 469, it is important to consider the following:

The tire width should be matched to the width of the rim, usually this information the tire manufacturer indicates on the tire itself, accompanied by the inscription: "recommend size for disc 15/8".

The offset of the disk is selected in such a way that the wheel does not come into contact with the body elements and the transmission of the car during the articulation of the suspension, as well as the extreme positions of the steering wheel.

Let's take a closer look at the wheel sizes for UAZ Hunter, 469.

1. Regular wheels:

215/90R15; 225/70R16

If global alterations are not planned on the car, but you just want to get away from regular disks to more reliable ones, then in the line of ODS discs there are the following sizes:

Wheels fit:

235/75R15; 245/70R16; 30/9.5R15

2. To increase the wheels to 31-32 inches, it is necessary to install a minimum suspension or body lift, change the offset of the off-road disk for the UAZ Hunter in the negative direction:

31x10.5 R15; 245/75R16; 255/70R15; 255/70R16

The pivot angle of the UAZ Hunter is designed only for a standard reach, the use of a negative reach will lead to rapid wear of the pivots. However, uazovods often use old-style kingpins on bushings or kingpins and liners from the Altai company Vaksoil, which allow them to cope with the indicated loads.

3. The next stage is the installation of a body lift 2 inches and above, the transition to 33-inch wheels.

Off-road wheels for UAZ Hunter:

265/75R16; 33/10.5 R15; 285/75 R16; 33/12.5 R15

At this stage, many Hunter owners stop, the car copes with the tasks of hunting, fishing and expeditions - where not only not a single puzater will reach, but also the owner of the same pepelats, only not prepared.

4. Further tuning - building 469 for specific off-road tasks. To install 35 rubber, it is necessary to carry out a number of works, in particular: a body lift from 5 cm, a suspension lift, usually 6 cm front suspension, 6-8 cm rear suspension. For such clients, there are many types, sizes of tires, we will focus only on off road wheels on UAZ.

MO. Chekhov region.
February 2016

This is far from the first all-terrain vehicle from the VECTOR4X4 company, but one of the few in which UAZ roots are easily guessed.

rover" Vector U-469"created on the basis of the UAZ Hunter car

However, they did not just put "big" wheels on him, they "conjured" him a little

To keep the pedal assembly unchanged, I had to front axle move forward, and to save rear doors, rear axle move back. As a result, the wheelbase increased by 600mm (but now the angle of entry has become generally negative)

New mounts

The frame of the car was lengthened and strengthened.

To install large wheels, a body lift was required, with spacers, 60mm

The choice of tires was determined by the purpose of the snow and swamp vehicle - it will have to drive on the roads of Yakutia. Tundra, swamps are his element.
Accordingly, the all-terrain vehicle must float.
buoyancy and provide huge tires. Plus, in rims. buoyancy blocks are located. This allows you to have less draft on the water and protects the discs from excessive dirt.

Wheels are 21" in-house, fitted with beadlocks.

To cover such big wheels made new wheel arches

From the inside, they are reinforced with a square profile, so that you can walk on them.

For operation in Yakutia, work was carried out to warm the car. The ceiling, doors and floor are covered with heat-insulating materials. Double glazing was not made, this was the wish of the customer.
Work was carried out to treat the bottom and interior of the car with anti-corrosion compounds.

A RIF power bumper is installed in front. An additional LED light is mounted on the bumper.

At the regular place power bumper placed electric winch Come Up 9500 sealed

Power thresholds manufactured by RIF are installed on the sides

To them, for the convenience of getting into a high cabin, special steps are welded

Since the frame of the all-terrain vehicle has become longer, a cargo platform has turned out at the back. It makes it easier to load a tall vehicle.

The hinged hunter's door remained unchanged.

Inside the standard 5 seats.
Under rear seats a compressor station based on Berkut-24 was located

A compressor station is needed for the wheel inflation system and for controlling pneumatic locks.

The main "highlight" of the all-terrain vehicle are the original wheel gears with a reduction of 2.8.

The reducers are serially manufactured by the Vector4x4 company itself and are intended for installation on UAZ, TOYOTA, NISSAN, JEEP vehicles, with tires over low pressure size up to 1600 mm or extreme mud tires (bogger, simex) up to 44 inches.
Gear housing, duralumin alloy D16T, gears from agricultural machinery, carefully screened, half shafts of the original design.
The reducers have an input for the pneumatic line for pumping wheels.

Wheel inflation control is centralized. Directly from the cab, you can adjust the pressure from 0.1 atm for movement in swampy areas and up to 1.2 atm for movement on public roads.

Pneumatic lines:

Disc brakes are installed front and rear.

The locks are also controlled from the cab. Indicators for enabling locks are displayed on the dashboard

Itself dashboard remained virtually unchanged

Steering of the snow and swamp vehicle with hydraulic booster.
The steering column is reinforced.

The 5-speed standard gearbox, GP and RCP also remained unchanged.
Only cardan shafts, due to the elongated base of the car had to be redone. They were lengthened, diameter increased and re-balanced.

Under the hood of the all-terrain vehicle, everything is standard

Gasoline engine ZMZ-409

The engine compartment is covered on the sides with special mudguards. This protects against the ingress of dirt.

The all-terrain vehicle is equipped with a hunting hatch.

In order to feel for yourself what it is to control an all-terrain vehicle, we went to the open spaces of the NATI training ground.
There are ascents, descents, snowdrifts and ravines.

Need to say. that the Vector U-469 is controlled easily, like a regular UAZ.
It is clear that by lowering the final drives, the speed will be less, but this is partly offset by large wheels.

As befits an all-terrain vehicle on low-pressure tires, the car has a smooth ride. Small bumps are swallowed by soft tires.

Rolled ascents, descents, the all-terrain vehicle passed with a working pressure of 0.6 without straining.
For virgin lands, the wheels were bled off to 0.3.
The only obstacle that the all-terrain vehicle did not submit to was the slope of the shore of an artificial reservoir. A couple of meters to the top of the wheel tore off the snow cover, and under it ice. There was no longer enough grip on the wheels, and the inertia that could have helped had long since dried up. So anyone needs a winch vehicle high traffic!

I was pleased with the presence of interwheel locks. Without them, the all-terrain vehicle could fall into a trap even with a slight diagonal hanging. And so: turned on the two levers and went as if nothing had happened.

But changing the pressure in the wheels takes time. It takes 10-15 minutes to inflate or deflate all four wheels.
But there is time to eat. As if a table was made specifically for this at the back :)

Snow and swamp vehicle " Vector U-469"It is positioned as a more budgetary analogue of TREKOL.