". Which tires are better for the" nine? "Tires for VAZ 2109 size r13

Replacing discs is a natural step for owners of any car. Even those who prefer to drive factory wheels will not be able to use them forever. And when the old ones fall into disrepair, the question arises - what to buy to replace them.

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Analyzing the wheel rim market, the entire range can be divided into three types:

Steel stamped;
Light alloy cast;
Light alloy forged.

Many cars, including the VAZ 2109, were equipped with stamped discs from the factory. Outwardly, they are completely unattractive, over time they lose their external characteristics. Let's be honest, this is a relic of the past.

But at the same time, steel stampings have their own advantages, due to which this type of discs is still produced and is in impressive demand among consumers:

Affordable price. These are the cheapest options available today;
High strength indicators. Considering the quality of our roads, many people think first of all about the quality, safety, and not external data;
Reliability. They will not have to be changed almost every season, which results in impressive savings;
Under strong impacts, the stampings do not break or crack. The maximum is crumpled, which opens up opportunities for restoration, restoration;
Easy to remove and change without assistance.

But let's be honest to the end. With all their positive qualities, the disgusting appearance makes car owners abandon reliability and durability in favor of the image and visual appeal. And do not think that light-alloy options are absolutely fragile and break only from one type of pit.

Light alloy

If we talk about light alloy wheels, then they are made, you guessed it, from special light alloys.

In total, three types of alloys are used.

Alloy type	Peculiarities
Titanium	An excellent choice in all respects, except for cost. These are the most expensive light-alloy wheels, which, nevertheless, serve a long time, reliably, and look simply excellent.
Aluminum	Many people put aluminum alloy in the first place, taking into account the external characteristics, strength indicators and availability. An important plus of aluminum is that it is not afraid of corrosion. When used properly, the aluminum alloy will last a long time and maintain the beautiful appearance of the vehicle.

When choosing alloy wheel sets, be sure to compare their strengths and weaknesses. Appearance is far from the only criterion that you need to pay attention to when buying.

Advantages and disadvantages of light alloy

When compared to steel rims, the choice of alloy options provides car owners with a fairly extensive list of benefits. But it is also important to know about the cons.

Advantages

disadvantages

Attractive, modern appearance that makes the discs stand out from competitors and monotonous stampings;
Reduces the weight of the unsprung part;
Allows you to implement original design ideas;
Effectively cools the brake assembly;
During manufacturing, the maximum accuracy is observed, which has a positive effect on balancing, tire wear;
During production, they are covered with anti-corrosion compounds, which allows you not to be afraid of driving even on snowy roads strewn with salt or other reagents

The material is quite fragile, therefore, with strong impacts, cracks appear or the disc breaks altogether;
It is impossible to repair light-alloy products, unlike stamped steel;
You can damage the disc in the simplest situation, for example, when parking the car;
When choosing products from dubious manufacturers, there is a high probability of getting into a factory defect;
Disks do not dampen shocks, from which the suspension of the car suffers more, additional loads act on it

Operating rules

Try to avoid bumps, which requires more careful driving.
Park carefully, watch carefully where you park your car.
Avoid driving over pits, potholes. This is dangerous for a car with any wheels, but if the stamping can still be restored later, the light alloy will have to be sent to a landfill.
When driving on rails, do not pick up high speed. Hitting metal can provoke not only deformation of the discs, but also damage to the suspension.

Marking and parameters

There are three types of markings indicated on the rims:

European;
Russian;
American.

The difference between them is not significant, plus the information is always indicated the same, only sometimes with different designation methods.

When choosing wheels for the VAZ 2109, you need to adhere to the choice of products with the following parameters.

Parameter	Features and requirements
	Here we are talking about rim width and diameter. For nines, it is important to use discs where the diameter and width of the rim have the following parameters - 5.5 by 13.5, 5.5 by 14, or 6 by 14 inches. It is possible to install discs with a large diameter, only this will affect the technical characteristics, control complexity, fuel consumption and other parameters
	This is the number of holes for fixing the disc and the distance between them. For VAZ 2109, the required parameter is 98/4
	This is the diameter of the center hole. In the VAZ 2109, it is 58.1 mm
	This is a crash. Requires +40. Taking discs with shorter offset will increase traction, resulting in tighter steering, accelerated wheel bearing wear and increased fuel consumption.

Focus on these key parameters when choosing a new kit. Plus, don't forget about the role of the quality of the products themselves.

When choosing a set of new stampings or light alloy, be sure to pay attention to the following points.

All alloy wheels must be certified, supplemented with a quality mark and X-ray control.
All discs must have a mark of the supervisory authority and a document confirming that the discs have passed quality control and compliance with current standards.
The product indicates the maximum allowable load that the disc can handle.
The name and other data about the manufacturer are quite obvious information that you can and should read on the disk.
Product heat number, production method, marking and production date. If not, look for the kit in another store. This is clearly a fake or questionable batch.

Storage rules

Many car owners purchase two sets of discs, one of which is used in winter and the other in summer. This allows you not to throw rubber from one set to another every time.

But if you leave the wheels in the garage or elsewhere for a long time, you risk losing their original quality, since the storage rules were not followed.

And they are quite simple.

Don't just drop the kit somewhere in the corner where there is space.
Before storing, mark the wheels so you know where is front left, rear right, and so on.
Store wheels only in a dry, cool and dark place. There should be no chemicals, gasoline, oil in the immediate vicinity of the tires. These components are capable of destroying the structure of the wheels over time, therefore their service life is noticeably reduced.
If tires are stored with discs, do not keep them in a standing position. Hang or place horizontally. Many experts advise using wooden pallets.
If the rubber is stored separately, it is placed vertically. Moreover, the tires should be rotated once a month so that the pressure does not deform the compound. Do not hang or stack tires one on top of the other.
Before storing, inspect the projectors, remove any pebbles, stuck pebbles.
Check the condition of the wheels carefully before installing them for a new season.

Wheel rims are not just a visual decoration for a car. In many respects, safety, reliability of the suspension, fuel consumption and a number of other parameters depend on their quality and correct choice.

Any owner of a VAZ-2109 sooner or later has a question: what is the bolt pattern on the disks of their car? Usually they ask it at the moment when they begin to think about replacing these important elements of the wheels, which ensure the safety of traffic and the image attractiveness of the vehicle.

In general, the concept of "bolt pattern" means the distance from the center of one mounting hole of the disc to another. For the most part, this parameter is the same for all products of the Volzhsky Automobile Plant, but in general no standard values have been developed. Therefore, the bolt holes on the hubs are not the same for different manufacturers.

Razorovka - dimensions

If you buy discs with a lower ET value, then the grip on the road surface will increase significantly, which means:

controllability will deteriorate;
fuel consumption will increase;
wheel bearing wear will accelerate.

Can I put 4 × 100 discs

This option can often be seen on the VAZ-2109. However, in reality, this decision is not correct.

The problem is that the standard bolt pattern of the model under consideration differs relatively slightly from the factory one. It seems to many that these couple of millimeters do not matter. However, a 4 × 100 disc cannot be properly secured with conventional bolts. There is a thickening (under the head) on them - it is this that does not allow the fasteners to be completely screwed in. Moreover, if you try to do it by force, you will most likely rip off the threads in the hub.

Each owner of a domestic car sooner or later thinks about such a question - which disks on the VAZ 2109 are better to install. In this case, it is necessary to determine the size of the wheels and the method of their manufacture. It is possible to install stamped and light-alloy products of various sizes on the machine. It is also important to know the parameters of VAZ disks so that the kit fits perfectly.

Models VAZ 2108 and 2109 have long become legends. For all the time, a huge number of these cars were produced, which were supplied to various countries of the world. Simplicity of design and ease of maintenance have made this machine one of the most popular in the manufacturer's line of models.

VAZ 2109 car

Wheels for 2109 and 2108 from VAZ were installed the same. The cars had identical parameters, the only difference was the number of doors. Due to the high popularity of the car, on the country's market you can find a huge number of offers for the sale of spare parts, tires and wheels.

Note!

The dimensions of the wheel arches allow you to install discs with radii from R13 to R15 on the "Nine".

Some car owners prefer to install products that exceed these allowable dimensions. In this case, it is necessary to redesign the machine.

In the factory configuration, the machine is most often supplied with stamped wheels of various radii. There are some versions with cast products, but they are quite rare. However, every motorist has a time when it is necessary to change wheels. This can be due to wear or damage, changing seasons or other reasons.

In this case, the market has plenty to choose from. Both original stamped or light-alloy wheels are presented, as well as products from various other companies. Some car owners even buy used products.

Alloy wheels of a large radius on the VAZ 2109

During the entire production period of the model, there were no changes in the parameters and dimensions of the wheel mounts. It is possible to install them from early models to new ones and vice versa. Many domestic manufacturers of disks offer a special line of products for the VAZ 2109. In this case, all parameters and sizes are ideally matched. The most popular setting is for 2109 15-inch disks. This is considered the best solution, since this size meets the manufacturer's requirements and does not affect the smoothness and comfort when driving.

Almost all VAZ cars have the same bolt pattern.

The standard bolt pattern is 4x98. That is, to install the products, four bolts are required, which are attached at an axial distance of 98 millimeters. This is a very popular mounting method among vehicles of this class. Thanks to this, car owners usually do not have problems with the selection of wheel disks.

If a decision was made to replace the wheels, then many different parameters and characteristics must be taken into account. Chief among them are the dimensions in width and height of the product, overhang and bolt pattern. Knowing them, you can safely purchase the selected discs.

However, the following factors should be kept in mind:

In winter, it is advisable to install wheels of minimum radius and width. This is done to obtain better stability in bad weather on slippery road surfaces;
There are no special requirements in the warm season. Large discs can be used, this will give more control and stability under normal conditions.

Among tuning enthusiasts, it is popular to redesign a car to install large-sized products. It is important to take into account that intervention in the design of the machine should be done as carefully as possible and it is advisable to entrust it to professionals. In addition, oversizing can lead to problems with annual maintenance. Fitting large wheels will greatly affect ride comfort.

Characteristics and parameters of wheels for a domestic car

The main parameters of any product is bolt pattern or drilling.

Due to the fact that the VAZ 2109 has a base in common with the models of the Fiat concern, this parameter is 4x98. However, you should also take into account the dimensions of the overhang and the diameter of the hub. If all of the above parameters are the same, then we can safely say that the disk will do.

There is a wide range of products on the market with a drilling parameter of 4x100. These products are inexpensive and of high quality, and many car owners are tempted to install them. It is possible to carry out such an installation, but for this it is necessary to purchase special eccentric bolts, which are designed to install discs of other sizes.

Wheel parameters

As for the wheels themselves, on the VAZ 2109, it is possible to install the sizes at 13, 14 and 15 inches. In the latter case, it is necessary to select rubber with a low profile so that the wheel fits.

The car from the factory was equipped with wheel disks of the following dimensions:

wheels 5J for 13 ET40 with tires 165 / 70R13;
wheels 4.5J for 13 ET40, tires - 155 / 80R13;
5.5J wheels for 13 ET40, tires - 175 / 70R13;
wheels 5J for 14 ET40, tires - 175 / 65R14;
5.5J wheels for 14 ET37, tires - 185 / 60R14;
wheels 6J for 14 ET35, tires - 185 / 60R14.

Other characteristics of products for a VAZ 2109 car:

PCD (bolt pattern) - 4x98 (4 - the number of holes, 98 - the diameter of the circle on which they are located in mm);
fasteners - M12 by 1.25 (12 - stud diameter in mm, 1.25 - thread size);
central hole diameter - 58.5 mm;
tire pressure - 1.9-2 bar.

4.5, 5 and 6J represent the width of the wheel rim. In this case, it is equal to sizes from 4.5 to 6 inches;
The number 13 or 14 denotes the mounting diameter, measured in inches;
ET is the size of the disc protrusion, measured in millimeters;
The drilling or bolt pattern is referred to as 4x98, or PCD. In this case, the product is fixed with four bolts, which are located in a circle, the diameter of which is 98 millimeters;
The diameter of the center hole is the size for the hub, measured in millimeters.

Knowing all these parameters, problems with the selection and purchase of disks for a car should not arise.

Wheel dimensions

Some of the most popular sizes for a domestic car are R14 and R15. Installation of such products is possible without any problems, subject to the dimensions of the overhang, width and drilling. If a decision is made to install products that differ in size, then it is necessary to redo some units or purchase a set of spacers.

Note!

The problem with installing large wheels is the small wheel arches.

If the parameters are exceeded without reworking the arches, then the tires in turns will touch the slats and arches, which will lead to high wear of all units and parts of the chassis.

To avoid such problems, you should purchase rims that are guaranteed to fit in all parameters. Optimum sizes of 14 and 15 inches match the factory settings for handling, dynamics and ride.

Wheels with radius R13 and R14 will give the maximum level of driving comfort.

As for large sizes, the decision to install them has its positive and negative sides, which are important to know. And the decision on the purchase and replacement of wheels must be made by the car owner.

Improved vehicle behavior on the road;
Improving the appearance of the car;
Maximum road performance, such as dynamics, handling;
Better absorption of road surface defects;
When fitted with high profile tires, the wear resistance of the suspension increases;
Decrease in braking distance.

A decrease in the level of comfort in motion, which is associated with a high sensitivity of the suspension to all road defects;
Difficulty parking and driving on roads with problematic surfaces;
Increased requirements for pressure control in low-profile tires;
Increased fuel consumption, which is associated with the increased complexity of driving the wheels;
The high price of the kit.

Why is it important to buy original alloy wheels

The purchase of original light alloy products is a guarantee that the highest safety and quality requirements are met. Good manufacturers make sure to check products before shipping them to stores.

Only original alloy wheels have a low weight and good dynamic properties. This will reduce the level of wear, fuel consumption and improve the quality of the machine's handling in all situations.

How to choose stamped products

VAZ 2109 with stamped wheel disks

Stamped wheels are the most common for the VAZ 2109. Cars are equipped with these from the factory very often. This is due to the low cost of manufacturing such products.

They are not attractive in terms of design and have low performance, but often car enthusiasts are attracted by their price. It is necessary to install stamped products on VAZ in compliance with the same requirements as for cast ones. Their parameters and sizes are fully consistent.

The dimensions and parameters common for the entire line of VAZ car models allow you to choose a set of discs without any problems.

Let's face it, the standard VAZ 2109 wheels with dimensions 175/70 R13 visually do not look particularly impressive. It's all about the high profile height of the rubber with a visually small diameter of the disc itself. Therefore, motorists often have a question: is it possible to put larger diameter discs, 14 or even 15 inches on the VAZ 2109, without compromising the characteristics of the car and passing the next technical inspection? You will find the answer to this question by reading this article.

Is it possible to install R14 or R15 wheels on a VAZ 2109

So, you can install R14 rims on VAZ 2109, 2108, 21099, 2114, 2115. In this case, the parameters of the disk should be 5, 5.5 or 6 inches in width, and have a projection of 35-40 mm. Can be delivered with the same parameters. Other parameters of the discs: holes 4x98 mm, diameter of the central hole not less than 58.5 mm.

At the same time, it will be necessary to select a rubber of the appropriate size so that the overall diameter of the wheel remains approximately the same. Otherwise, when turning the wheel, the tire will touch the wheel arch liners or suspension elements, which, of course, we do not need.

How to make the necessary calculations

The admissible dimensions of tires on 14-inch wheels are 175/65 R14 and 185/60 R14. Moreover, the second option is preferable.

However, the diameter of a wheel can be calculated very simply if you know how the characteristics of rubber are deciphered. We will do this for the VAZ 2109.

Let's take a standard wheel 175/70 R13.
175 - tire width in millimeters;
70 - the height of the rubber profile as a percentage of the width, that is, in our case
175 x 0.70 = 122.5 mm

Disc diameter 13 inches = 13 x 25.4 = 330 mm.

The total wheel diameter is the sum of the disc diameter and two profile heights.
Total 330 + 122.5 x 2 = 575 mm.

Having made the calculations in a similar way, we get the following figures for comparison:

175/70 R13 - 575 mm;
175/65 R14 - 583 mm;
185/60 R14 - 577 mm.

We see that the last option is the most suitable. It is also 10 mm wider, which will provide us with a shorter braking distance due to an increased contact with the road, better handling, resistance to breaking of rubber in corners at high speeds due to a reduced profile height. But at the same time, a wide tire is more prone to aquaplaning at high speed than a tire of the same parameters, but narrower. Also, the impacts from passing road potholes will be more strongly transmitted to the body of a car with wheels of low profile height.

Wheel selection table

In confirmation of their words, data on permissible wheel rim sizes can be found in the factory.

Wheels with a larger radius, for example, 15 inches in diameter, will also fit the Samara, but they are not recommended by the factory, so there may be problems with the passage of the technical engine. For such wheels, you should choose tires with a dimension of 185/55 R15. 195/50 R15 will pass with a stretch, but it is better to play it safe and try on if your friends have similar ones. In this case, the wheel may “rub” due to the too large rubber width.

Allowable sizes of tires and wheels on the VAZ 2109 "Lada Samara"

Photo 14 and 15 rollers on a nine (on stamps, slicks, cast)

R15 Stamping R15 R15 Alloy R14 Unwelding R14 R14

The desire of the owners of a domestic-made VAZ-2109 car to replace factory rims with elements with a different diameter is very clear.

Modern lightweight designs can improve the handling and fuel consumption of a vehicle, but usually the reason for this replacement is a simple desire to improve the appearance.

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It is not difficult to perform such an operation.

True, depending on the selected replacement options, this is done either without problems, or such a procedure requires intervention in the design of the car.

What discs were installed on various bodies and configurations

The VAZ-2109 car is a 5-door version of the VAZ-2108. During the entire production period, from 1987 to 2004, the car has undergone 7 modifications, including options for export. The parameters of their disks also changed, despite the fact that the bolt pattern has always remained unchanged. These differences were expressed in the choice of the width of the rim, in the size of the overhang and in three options for the diameter of the circle.

But in the factory, usually only discs with a diameter of 13 inches were installed. R14 and R15 rims were considered only fit for installation. Here are the two main brands of wheel disks that were equipped with cars on the factory assembly line:

5Jx13 ET35;
5Jx13 ET40.

The first numbers of the marking mean the width of the rim, 13 is the total diameter, ET35-40 is the overhang in mm. The factory standard disc design was a stamped steel product. Losing to its cast light-alloy competitors in a number of indicators, steel stamping has always been and remains strong, inexpensive and reliable.

Standard wheel sizes

The main technical characteristics of the rims of any car, including the VAZ-2109, are expressed by the following parameters:

Diameter. This refers to the size of the rim in inches, excluding the tire.
Rim Width - The size of the seat for the tire in inches.
The size of the center hole for the hub.
Ramping is a parameter indicating the number of holes and the size of the diameter of the circle joining their center points.
Departure - the distance between the mounting surface of the hub and an imaginary plane passing vertically through the middle circumference of the disc.

In the VAZ-2109, two parameters were always the same:

Center hole 58.5 mm.
Razboltovka - 4x98.

The wheels are manufactured in three versions: R13, R14 and R15. The rest of the factory parameters, taking into account the corresponding tires, are indicated in the table.

Disc diameter, inches	Rim width in inches	Departure value,	Tire parameters, in mm
		in mm
13	5	35-38	165/70 155/75
	5.5	35-38	185/65 175/70
14	4	45	135/80
	5.5	35-43	175/65 165/65
	6	35-40	185/60 175/65
15	6	30	185/55
	6.5	30	195/55 195/50
	6.5	35	205/50 195/50
	7	35	205/50 195/50

Parameters of standard nuts

Fastening a cast disc to the hub involves the use of special bolts or nuts. It should be noted that nuts from stamped discs are unacceptable here. Firstly, because in cast specimens, the tapered or spherical part of the fastener is more pronounced than in stamped ones.

For example, the tapered portion of a bolt or nut has an angle of 60 degrees. This is done in order to increase the area of their contact with a material softer than steel. Secondly, the die is thinner than the casting, and when replacing the disc, the length of the bolt simply will not be enough.

It is better to immediately use the fastener that matches the alloy wheel used, otherwise deformation of the holes, crumbling and scratches are possible.

By saving on the necessary nuts or bolts, you can irrevocably damage a more expensive element.

The softness of the metal also implies regular checks of the tightness of the fastener, especially at first and with new discs, when the material has not yet compacted from the workloads. Otherwise, the nuts may spontaneously loosen under the influence of cyclic shock and vibration.

The nuts must have tapered or spherical washers. It is necessary to ensure that the profile of the washers fits exactly into the corresponding recess in the hole of the disc to be installed. Some disc models are designed to use cylindrical mountings with flat washers.

What drives can be installed

When planning to replace old steel wheels with light-alloy ones, you should choose either original products or products from well-known manufacturers who care about the quality and safety of their goods.

Alloy wheels combine the following useful properties: they are lightweight, practical to use, endowed with sufficient strength and have an attractive appearance, which is aimed at transforming the entire appearance of the car.

The most common among light-alloy wheels are aluminum products. This is due to the fact that they are resistant to corrosion, meet the strength requirements and, in comparison with other alloy wheels, remain relatively inexpensive.

Titanium alloy is the most expensive option. It also meets all the technical characteristics, but at the same time it still has a more attractive appearance. In third place is the magnesium alloy option.

In the latest models from AvtoVAZ, discs with a 4x100 mounting pattern are used. When installing them on a 4x98 hub, use eccentric studs to compensate for the 2mm difference. To install discs with other mounting schemes, you will have to use the appropriate adapters (spacers).

It must be understood that installing discs larger than 15 inches is impossible without interfering with the structure of the car.

Maximum and minimum acceptable parameters of non-standard disks

The size of the wheel arches on the VAZ 2109 limits the ability to install discs with a diameter larger than R15. It turns out that any non-standard specimen must fit into the 13-15 inch dimensional frame. Looking for something smaller is impractical, and to install a larger diameter, you will need to increase the wheel arch, that is, change the body structure.

Limiting ourselves to the given parameters of the arch, you need to look at the rest of the indicators of the non-standard disk. To connect parts with different bolt patterns, adapter spacers can be used. In this case, the problem of incompatibility of the disc with the hub along the holes is quite easily solved.

The main thing is to choose suitable mounts. The width of the rim, according to the limits set by the designers of VAZ, is limited to 4-7 inches. Exceeding these parameters may impair vehicle handling and raise questions during registration.

The overhang of a disc is directly related to its width and design. In the factory assembly, this figure ranged from 30 to 45 mm. You can change the offset using spacers.

But it must be remembered that with a decrease in the offset value, the track width increases, while wide tires can go beyond the established overall dimensions of the car. The center hole of the non-standard disc must be at least 58.5 mm.

Although the options for replacing disks on the VAZ-2109 are limited to certain parameters, there are still quite a few of them. But, first of all, you should still pay attention to the original, maximally adapted to the given car products. It is easier, safer, and more profitable from a financial point of view.