The best racks on the grant. Which is better to put the front struts on the fret grant. Article number and estimated cost for the rear original shock absorber struts Lada Granta

"Lada Granta" is one of the cheapest and most affordable cars on the market. Russian market. The machine is built on a common platform with Kalina and has similar specifications. However, as for the suspension, the Lada Grant has been slightly modified. About how it works chassis on and what are its malfunctions - further in our article.

Purpose

Any suspension is a component of the chassis of the car. Its main purpose is to provide an elastic connection between the body and the wheels by damping vibrations. In the Lada Granta car, the suspension is slightly different in the front and rear. Therefore, below we will consider each element in detail.

Front suspension "Lada Grants"

Installed here independent suspension from wishbones and stabilizer roll stability. Vibrations are damped by hydraulic shock absorbers. Basic structural element- stand. It includes a swivel bearing, shock absorber and spring. The latter uses coils of variable diameter. The spring itself is made of a metal rod with a round cross section. It can have variable and constant stiffness.

The front suspension of the Lada Grants is designed so that the lower part of the strut rests on. When the wheels are turned, the spring and shock absorber rotate with it. The stand itself remains motionless. In this way, engineers have achieved an increase in the service life of the elastic element while maintaining the inlet in the shock absorber housing.

The strut support has also been improved. Suspension creaking at the Lada Grants appears much less frequently than on the Kalinas and Priors. To reduce roll, the design includes a stabilizer bar. It is made of Stabilizer Mounted ends to the lower suspension arms. Its middle part is fixed on the body.

What else has been changed in the Grants suspension?

The steer angle has also been increased. The caster angle is now 2° 45'. Such a move significantly increased the directional stability of the car at high speeds. However, the steering wheel at the same time became more “heavy”. This is especially noticeable on models without an electric amplifier. By the way, the steering uses a short rack.

Rear suspension

Unlike the front, it was practically not changed. Here, just like on the first Soviet "eights", a semi-dependent beam is used. It is attached to the body on hinges (fortunately, there are no “crabs” in the design). A helical spring with constant stiffness is used as an elastic element. To dampen vibrations and prevent buildup, two shock absorbers are used.

Oil-type elements come from the factory. The spring is fixed together with the shock absorber. This greatly simplifies the work maintenance, but negatively affects handling. Often the rear axle skids when cornering. But despite the archaic design, the owners speak positively about this suspension and highlight a number of advantages:

High reliability. There are no additional levers in the design, which, in addition, can bend when it hits a large hole.
Energy intensity. "Lada Granta" perfectly swallows all the bumps, especially if oil shock absorbers are installed at the back.
Cheap service. Due to the simple design, this suspension can be “sorted out” even with your own hands. And the cost of new rubber-metal elements is unlikely to empty the pockets of even the most stingy car owner.

The main difference between the "grant" suspension is

They have a positive camber - about 0.1 °). On "Prior", for example, this figure is -1 degree. Next, consider the main malfunctions of the chassis on the Lada Grant.

shock absorber

This element is a dampening device. The shock absorber serves to reduce the range of oscillation of the car body. In other words, the element prevents spontaneous buildup. The operation of the shock absorber is based on hydraulic resistance. Inside it there is a liquid of a certain viscosity. It moves through a special valve. Thus, the device absorbs sharp shocks while preserving vulnerable suspension parts. Therefore, the shock absorber is one of the most critical components in the chassis. On our roads, this element serves an order of 60-80 thousand kilometers. But this period can be shorter, even with a careful driving style. It is enough to damage the protective boot, and all the dirt will accumulate in the stem seal.

They are subject to the greatest wear because they have a much larger stroke. When driving fast through the pits, it can simply boil. This is one of the reasons why a shock absorber fails. But most often it flows - the valve loses its tightness due to a strong breakdown or impact. As a result, the outer side of the cylinder is covered with an oily liquid. How to determine that this element is out of order? Very simple - you will hear a characteristic knock in the Lada Grants suspension. And it is clearly visible in the cabin. Outside punched shock absorber is almost unheard. This knock is so strong that even good music cannot interrupt it. You will hear a broken shock absorber immediately.

Also note that the quenching element changes in pairs. That is, in the event of a breakdown of the rear left, the rear right shock absorber also changes. As for the front struts, they are more "survivable". Often they change already assembled with a spring, since they fail no earlier than after 150-200 thousand kilometers.

Silent blocks

By 100 thousand, silent blocks of the cross member and lower arms fail. Symptoms of a malfunction are a thud of the front suspension of the Lada Grants. Motorists recommend changing these elements to polyurethane.

They are distinguished by higher strength and good resource. At the factory, rubber silent blocks are installed, which do not withstand the blows of our roads. To replace, we need to extrude the old element. First, a shoulder is cut off from it, and then it is knocked out with the help of a mandrel or a chisel. Pressing is done with a vice. It is important to maintain alignment and not confuse the side of the installation. For easier pressing, it is recommended to use a lubricant.

Silent blocks of the anti-roll bar also fail. These bushings are also changed to polyurethane.

ball joints

These elements are installed at the top and bottom of the front suspension arms. Ball joints are used to turn the steered wheels and move in the right direction. The item consists of:

Corps.
Plastic insert.
control hole.
Protective cover (anther).

Cause of malfunction

The main reason for the failure of the element is a violation of the tightness of the anther. As soon as it starts to crack, dirt and dust will get inside. They act like an abrasive on the ball. As a result, a backlash appears and the support begins to break on its own. Is it possible to repair it? The suspension of the "Lada Grants" is designed in such a way that the ball joints cannot be restored and are completely replaced with new ones.

These items are interchangeable. The price of two ball joints is about 700 rubles. At the service station, they will take about 600 for installation. Although they can be replaced with your own hands. All you need is a jack, a hole, a set of sockets and a special sprocket wrench. But note that the bolts in this place can turn sour. When replacing, there is a big risk of licking off the edges of the sprocket. Unscrew all the bolts very carefully - do not push through force. The resource of the original ball bearings is about 40 thousand kilometers.

wheel bearing

This element is used to uniformly rotate the wheels of the car. There are 4 such bearings on the Grant. On average, their resource is 100 thousand kilometers. What are the symptoms of a malfunction? The main symptom is a characteristic hum when driving. It may intensify if the car enters a turn. The hum can come from either side of the car, depending on which bearing has crumbled. It changes as an assembly to a new one, and it doesn’t matter if the rear suspension of the Lada Grants is or the front. It is pressed out using a puller with special paws. Pressing takes place on a vice. It is important to maintain alignment when pressing. If the bearing is installed crookedly, it will be subjected to high loads and may crumble after a thousand kilometers.

The main enemy of a bearing is moisture. Therefore, during installation, it is so important to ensure the tightness of the element. Some manufacturers close it with a special cap (it is put on the fixing nut), which will prevent salt, water and other reagents from getting inside. But as soon as the dust penetrates the bearing, the latter starts to work out of its temperature range. As a result, grease is washed out, and dirt acts as an abrasive. Untimely replacement of this element can provoke a sudden wheel wedge, which is fraught with consequences.

The shock absorber strut is the most important element of the Lada Granta car suspension. The comfort, handling and safety of the machine depends on the condition of the node.

Loss of control over behavior vehicle fraught with an emergency.

Therefore, as soon as the first symptoms of a malfunction of the shock absorber strut appear, it is required to diagnose and, if necessary, replace it.

Article and approximate price for the front original shock absorber struts

The right and left original front shock absorber struts on the Grant are structurally different. They are not interchangeable and have different part numbers. On the left side, nodes with catalog numbers are used:

2190290500205;
21928290103110;
219002905402;
219002905403;

The original shock absorber struts for the right side come with article numbers:

21900290103010;
21928290103010;
21900290103000;

Regardless of the side from which the assembly is intended to be mounted, new original racks have a similar cost. The price varies from 6000 to 9000 rubles. When buying a used spare part from car disassembly, the owner manages to save money.

A supported node costs 1000-2500 rubles. The disadvantage of such a purchase is the inability to accurately determine the residual resource, as a result of which the spare part may fail almost immediately after installation.

Analogues of the front shock absorber struts for Lada Granda

Given the high cost of original front shock absorber struts, most car owners do not want to purchase native auto parts. Third-party manufacturers provide an opportunity to purchase an analogue at a more attractive price. The best alternative options that adequately show themselves on the Lada Grant are presented in the tables below.

Table - Good analogues of the left front original shock absorber struts

Table - The best alternatives to the front right native racks from third-party manufacturers

Article number and estimated cost for the rear original shock absorber struts Lada Granta

Unlike the front axle rear racks shock absorbers are the same on the right and left sides. They are completely interchangeable and have the article number 21900291500400. The cost of a new unit is 2-4 thousand rubles.

In addition to the new original rack, there is an opportunity to buy a native spare part at car disassembly. Such a node has a cost of 500 rubles. The uncertainty of the remaining resource repels many car owners from buying used racks.

Article and cost of good analogues

There are analogues on the market for Grant's native shock absorber struts. Third-party manufacturers produce components of various quality.

Some of them are frankly low-grade marriage, but there are also quite worthy specimens. The table below shows the brands of the best analogues that perform excellently on the Grant.

Preparation for replacement

When replacing shock absorber struts, you may additionally need to purchase related items. Most often there is a need to install new rubber products, such as dust boots, bumpers and insulating seals. In some cases, you should pre-purchase springs and fasteners.

Required tools for self-replacement

In order to successfully replace the front shock absorber strut on the Grant with your own hands, it is recommended that you first prepare the list of tools below.

Table - Tools Required to Replace the A-pillar

Name	Note
Puller	For spring tension
Jack	For hanging the front of a car
support	Timber or removed wheel
Penetrating lubricant	For example, WD-40
balloon wrench	For loosening and tightening wheel mounts
Key	"for 9", "for 13", "for 17", "for 19", "for 22"
pliers	Can be replaced with pliers
mount	To detach the rack
punch	metal
Hammer	Medium or large sizes
Rags and metal brush	To clean up contaminants

Replacing the front shock absorber struts with Lada Granta

Step-by-step instructions on how to replace the front shock absorber struts on the Grant are given below.

Open the hood.
Loosen the stem fastening nut, holding it with the second wrench from turning.

Fix Grant with a handbrake.
Place wheel chocks under the rear axle.
Jack up the car and remove the wheel.

Disengage the brake hose.
Thoroughly water everything threaded connections penetrating lubricant.

Pull out the pin with pliers.
Loosen the steering knuckle nut.

Release your finger from the pivot lever. To do this, it is recommended to use a puller, but in extreme cases, you can get by with a mount and a hammer.

Remove the two nuts that secure the shock absorber strut to the steering knuckle.

Knock out the bolts from the seat.

Disengage the stand.
Unscrew the three nuts that secure the upper support to the body glass.

Remove the module assembly.

Loosen the spring with zip ties.

Fully unscrew the stem nut.

Remove support.

Carry out troubleshooting.
Replace the failed elements and assemble everything in reverse order.

After installing a new rack on the Grant, it is imperative to check and adjust the wheel alignment angles on the stand.

List of tools required for replacement

The following tools are required to replace the rear struts.

Table - Tools required to replace the rear rack

Step-by-step replacement of the rear shock absorber struts on Lada Granta

Replacing the rear shock absorber strut is carried out according to the instructions, which is located below.

Fold down the back of the rear seat.
Pry off the rubber plug with a screwdriver.
Remove the cover that covers the nut of the rear shock absorber strut.
Loosen the upper strut nut.
Engage forward gear.
Put on shoes.
Jack up the back of the Grants and remove the wheel.
Loosen the nut of the lower strut mounting bolt.
Take out the bolt.
Disengage lower end of rear strut from bracket.
Remove spring.
Remove bushing and bottom cushion.
Remove duster.
Remove bumper.
Replace the insulating gasket on the spring if necessary.
Install the spring on the strut.
Assemble everything in reverse order. It should be borne in mind that the lower end of the spring must necessarily face the wheel.
Check the operation of the suspension.

asks: Anastasia.

A-pillars began to knock since the summer. I go to a village a hundred kilometers from the city. And the roads there are like an ironing board, and sometimes there are pits as deep as a wheel. And often began to knock during the trip. In the summer it was not so audible, now it is already louder.

I left the machine in the service center in the winter, but after a month it also began to make noise, plus the knock resumed.

What should I do about it?
And how bad is that for a car?

Expert answer

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An expert on Lada cars with many years of experience. I own a Lada Granta car, I collect cramps on the basis of Priory. Sometimes I stay overnight in the garage. My wife is more jealous of cars than women.

Squeaks and knocks can occur for various reasons, and it is not necessary that this is a rack.

The suspension design of the Lada Grant is “simpler than a steamed turnip”, but this does not mean that it is bad, on the contrary, this is exactly the case when simplicity is good!

What to do

Regarding the question of what to do with it. The easiest option, and the most correct one in my opinion, is to contact a specialized service. Preferably not the one in which you were diagnosed with the car last time. If the knock passed, and then reappeared, then you could have replaced the part with a low-quality one (used), perhaps with a profit. Or maybe there was an accident and the spare part turned out to be of poor quality.

Diagnosis of front suspension elements in a service center

In addition to diagnosing the strut (shock absorber), the service center will also check other suspension elements, such as ball joints, "crabs" and stabilizer struts.

How bad can it be

The work of diagnosing and repairing the front suspension is such a routine in car services that there should not be any problems. Moreover, Lada Granta is a very common car, and therefore it has been studied by the personnel of repair stations "along and across".

I advise you not to delay the repair, as this can develop into much more serious problems, not to mention your safety behind the wheel. Driving with a faulty suspension is life-threatening!

The glass cracked. It’s good that it’s not a glass with a body number, otherwise problems with the traffic police could not be avoided

Under increased load, the “glass” on the body may crack, and this is already body repair with painting, which will reduce the cost of your car if it is sold on the secondary market. Plus, there may be difficulties with the traffic police, after all.

The selection of high-quality parts for car maintenance and repair is an important task for every motorist. In order for the restoration of the car to be of high quality and durable, it is better to use the most interesting options for parts with a sufficiently high quality. It is worth remembering that the reliability of spare parts depends on their service life, as well as the quality of operation. Unfortunately, the cost of parts also depends heavily on this factor. Today we will talk about the racks that are best used on the Lada Grant. Given the fact that factory suspension elements fail for a maximum of 50,000 kilometers, you have to look for something more interesting and non-standard. You can buy factory solutions again only under warranty, when you will be given a free replacement and will not take money directly for the racks.

Today you can buy shock absorber bushings from any manufacturer, including some of the most amazing brands from around the world. In this case, it is not necessary to change the rack assembly; you can make a constructor by placing an insert of a specific selected type. This will completely change the behavior of the car. The stock shock absorbers on the Grant are simply amazing - they behave exactly as the Lada 2110 drove back in 1998. There were no special changes in the suspension. At least with regard to the racks and the comfort of using the car. There are different brands and specific recommendations for rack types. Let's take a closer look at each aspect of purchasing new suspension parts. This will help you better serve the car and get the necessary features of the operation of transport.

Oil or gas-oil - the first question to be decided

If you take inexpensive racks that are made in Russia or China, then in fact there are no differences between oil and gas-oil. But when buying products of a great brand, you can notice a very tangible difference. In particular, gas-oil will be a very tough sports decision. Oil shock absorbers offer customers a number of specific advantages that will be important in the operation of vehicles:

rather high ride comfort, which can be called a significant progress for Lada Granta, overcoming most of the holes without tangible effects in the car;
low level of penetration, that is, you will not catch unpleasant sounds when the rack shows its long free play, no risk of breakage;
a fairly long stroke of the rod, it is possible to hang the wheels almost like an SUV, this helps on large bumps and a dirt road;
your Lada Granta will not only become softer, but will also be able to transmit information about the road more energy-intensive, there are no annoying data, only the necessary details;
the cost of oil shock absorbers is often slightly lower than gas-oil ones, so the vast majority of owners buy them domestic cars.

Of course, it all depends on the brand. You can buy an excellent Japanese version of the insert and get just lovely operating possibilities. There is an option to purchase a cheap Chinese rack and be completely disappointed in its operation. But for now, let's limit ourselves to making a decision on the type of shock absorber. It can be soft oil or sports gas oil type.

The manufacturer is one of the most difficult questions for the buyer

Buying unusual expensive shock absorbers is now becoming a necessity. In conditions of very tough competition and the global crisis in the automotive market, cheap companies are starting to produce spare parts worse and worse. Therefore, the products of some corporations have long ceased to be trustworthy and of high quality. It is worth highlighting the following brands as ideal solution for Lada Granta when buying racks:

KYB - you can combine liners separately with a stock rack and you get an almost complete Kayaba, shock absorbers are very durable and of high quality;
Asomi is a fairly affordable brand, but much better than Chinese solutions, a perfectly acceptable solution if you choose an expensive series like Comfort PRO;
SS20 - the company makes special racks for Grants, so they fit perfectly, quite adequate quality, but a lot of fakes and a number of shortcomings in movement;
Demfi - not so durable, but quite affordable racks, which are also ideal for Lada Granta, quite high-quality performance, but you need a choice;
Plaza is one of the cheapest options more or less decent quality, but only some kits from the manufacturer please with reliability and endurance.

So there are not many chances to choose from brands. Of course, you can try Monroe racks or buy some racing solutions from France and Germany. But it will be too expensive. As well as Kayaba, but this solution is classic, and it fits just perfectly for Lada Granta. If you have enough money for a Japanese manufacturer, buy exactly its offers for your car.

Springs and strut supports Lada Granta - choose the best

Springs are better to put native. No manufacturer offers the same accuracy as VAZ in this case. There is only one reason for this - no one wants a spring manufacturer specifically for Grants, to do it efficiently and cheaply. Therefore, you have to give preference to stock solutions. As for the upper and ball bearings of the Lada Granta struts, you should pay attention to the following features:

the upper supports of the front struts are most often installed by the Russian SS20, there are options for using more expensive solutions, but this purchase takes a long time;
but it’s not easy to find the rear upper supports for shock absorbers, Asomi will help you here, but it’s better to contact the officials and buy what was originally in your car;
VAZ ball joints are worthless and go for 20-30 thousand, so it’s better to buy Belmag or Forward, which are made in Russia and cost very affordable money;
you can also pick up ball joints of the German Kraft type, but here you should beware of fakes, so always choose parts for price and quality with the master;
any little things, such as fasteners, bolts, nuts and washers, it is better to buy factory ones, otherwise you may simply not assemble the car properly after disassembly.

There is an opinion that factory parts are always better than analog ones. But in the case of Lada Granta, this is not at all the case. Sometimes you can find quite adequate parts that fit the Granta from German and Japanese brands. And then it turns out to buy really wonderful additions and parts that last for years. However, any part has its own service life, and this must also be remembered.

Replacing racks and supports Lada Granta - a few important features

If the rear suspension is more or less clear, then there is always more mystery in the front. It is the front struts and supports that most often fail. Unless you are constantly pulling a trailer or towing negligent friends. The load on the front of the car is always increased, so you often have to work with the front suspension parts. On Grant, changing the front struts is not so simple:

first you need to completely remove the rack and disassemble the lower parts of the chassis for subsequent installation on a new mechanism for dampening road irregularities;
if the rack is assembled new, then there will be much less problems, you just need to install a new one in place of the old mechanism and assemble in the reverse order;
if only the liner changes, it is worth completely disassembling the rack, removing the spring and removing the shock absorber, checking the degree of wear of all parts and the need to replace them;
next, you should replace the strut liner, carry out technical checks right at the assembly site and assemble the shock absorber in its original position;
this will be followed by installing the rack in place, assembling and rough diagnostics of all the nodes that you repaired, this will give complete confidence in the quality of work.

You need to get tools such as a set of keys and heads, a spring puller, a pry bar, pliers, screwdrivers and other handy tools. Otherwise, you will not be able to completely disassemble the part and carry out its normal restoration. Of course, there are certain difficulties in completing this process, so it’s better to take your Lada Granta to the service and complete all the work in a little over an hour. We offer you to look at the video of the process of replacing the rack on front-wheel drive VAZ cars:

Summing up

There are a number of features operation Lada Granta on Russian roads. For some reason, a domestic car is not very suitable for our roads, it crashes and fails just instantly. Sometimes you come across a car with a good assembly, which does not show any character for 100,000 kilometers. But in most cases, Garnet justifies the title of the cheapest car in the Lada line. And when it comes to racks, the manufacturer saves a lot on these elements. The installation of low-quality suspension elements leads to the fact that more and more people, after buying Grants, repair it under warranty.

However, sometimes it is better to withdraw from the warranty and put in normal racks, supports and other parts. In this case, you will ensure the normal service of the suspension of your car and will be able to establish the normal operation of each node. It will take a certain budget, but it will be able to provide you with comfortable movement without any difficulties and problems. Of course, even the highest quality rack will eventually fail. But it can go far beyond 100 thousand kilometers. What brands of spare parts do you choose to repair the suspension of your Lada Granta car?

Shock absorbers in the car provide controllability and comfortable movement, smoothing out the impact of the suspension on uneven roads. There are a lot of products on the market from various manufacturers of racks that can be installed on domestic VAZ models.

A huge assortment is divided into naturally formed categories according to price and quality of products, and for the convenience of the reader, our review repeats this gradation. The rating of models is based not only on the characteristics of the manufacturer, but also on the experience of practical operation, which the owners kindly share in their reviews.

The best racks for VAZ economy class

The most inexpensive parts for your car are usually bought by people with limited financial resources. For them, the main thing is to patch up the car and go fishing or to the forest for mushrooms. Among the companies operating in the economy segment, there are several leaders.

4 SAAZ

The best domestic gas rack
Country Russia
Rating (2019): 4.5

The leading supplier of spare parts for conveyors of domestic automobile plants is SAAZ. The products of the Skopinsky auto-aggregate plant are well known to domestic motorists. The specialization of the enterprise has recently become the production of gas shock absorbers and stops, telescopic racks. The quality of products meets the requirements of Russian standards and the ISO 9001 system. The technological base is constantly updated, which allows us to successfully compete with foreign companies.

VAZ car owners who installed gas-filled racks note the excellent stability of the car at high speeds. You can go through sharp turns without any problems. So far, in the reviews there are many complaints about the reliability and durability of domestic racks.

3 Monroe

The optimum ratio of price and quality
The country: USA (manufactured in Belgium)
Rating (2019): 4.7

Despite the American origin of the brand, the products have been assembled on the European continent for a long time. The factory located in Belgium is famous for its quality control and it is almost impossible to purchase an original defective part. Used on many American and European vehicles, as well as on domestic VAZ. Since the price of products is one of the most balanced, these shock absorbers are in demand in our country.

In the reviews, the owners express their complete satisfaction with the characteristics of MONROE. The range of models produced allows you to choose products in accordance with the preferences of the driver. The most popular among VAZ owners is the Reflex gas-oil strut series - they have better comfort, although they last less than Van-Magnum (they are designed for off-road and have a decent margin of safety, allowing them to operate more than 50 thousand km). Consumers who are faced with a Monro rack mismatch with the declared characteristics, as a rule, purchased a cheap fake under the guise of a branded part. In the domestic market, counterfeiting is common, so the reliability of the supplier when choosing is important.

2 Fenox

Best price
Country: Belarus
Rating (2019): 4.8

The Belarusian concern FENOX Global Group unites a number of enterprises that specialize in the production of spare parts for cars. The first parts were made for VAZ cars. Oil racks are available for timeless classics, SUVs "Niva", eights and nines. Products are different affordable price with good quality. The consumer is offered both front and rear shock absorbers. All parts are subjected to strict control at the factory, so you rarely hear about defective racks.

Domestic motorists note the good stability of cars when Belarusian shock absorbers are installed on them. The car behaves better on the road, allows you to take corners at a higher speed. Oil models perfectly withstand the test of the Russian winter. From frequent off-road driving, the service life may be limited to one year. Also, among the shortcomings, car owners note the rapid appearance of oil leaks.

1 DELPHI

The toughest oil rack
The country: Great Britain
Rating (2019): 4.8

The largest manufacturer of auto parts in the world is the British company Delphi Corporation. It is the main supplier of components for the General Motors conveyor. For domestic VAZ cars, the British made rigid oil shock absorbers. They allow you to experience pleasant emotions from sports driving, without fear of flying into a ditch. Front and rear racks offered to owners model range VAZ-2110. Products are manufactured on modern high-precision equipment, using innovative technologies and high-quality materials.

Consumers who managed to install British shock absorbers note the excellent stability of the car on the road. Harsh operating conditions in Russia significantly reduce the life of DELPHI racks. On average, motorists manage to drive about 200 thousand km, but knocks in the knots appear after a run of 150-170 thousand km.

The best racks in terms of price and quality

When choosing suspension struts, some car owners are looking for a middle ground. For a reasonable price, it is possible to supply durable front and rear shock absorbers. They behave well on asphalt, withstand the test of dirt and forest roads.

4 Tokiko

The most reliable stands
The country: Japan (manufactured in Taiwan)
Rating (2019): 4.6

The choice of manufacturers such as Lexus, Toyota (Camry and RAV-4 models) speaks in favor of this little-known manufacturer of car racks in the domestic market. The characteristics of the suspension kits provide better handling and stability of the car on the track. So, the owners who installed racks of this brand on their VAZ 2121 were more than satisfied with the result.

The reviews indicate the quality of work and high reliability that are incomparable with competitors. The car acquires excellent speed characteristics, and the level of driving safety also increases. There is one more advantage of the racks of this brand - due to the low popularity in the domestic market, the percentage of fake original products is much less than that of the closest competitor.

3 God

Quality build. Buyer's Choice
Country: Germany
Rating (2019): 4.8

The racks, which are made by the German company Boge, are included in the factory equipment of various brands of cars produced by the Volkswagen AG concern, and the Swedish safety standard Volvo. Based on this original product, you can fully trust and have no doubt - the quality of these shock absorbers is commendable.

The product line consists of five concept series, among which Turbo-Gas and Automatic should be highlighted. The latter are the most comfortable oil dampers capable of transforming the car's behavior on the road beyond recognition. True, for a greater effect, the front and rear struts should be changed immediately, but the result is worth it. As for the Turbo-Gas series, gas-oil shock absorbers are adapted to sports driving. The owners who installed Boge on their VAZs note in the reviews that the effect exceeded all expectations - the maneuverability and stability of the car became an order of magnitude higher.

2 BelMag

The best hydraulic strut
Country Russia
Rating (2019): 4.8

Until recently, a young enterprise from Magnitogorsk rented space for the production of auto parts. Today BelMag occupies a leading position in the country, working on its own industrial site. The range includes a wide range of suspension parts, steering gear, transmission, brake system. Deliveries are made to domestic automobile plants VAZ, GAZ, and are also exported. Front and rear hydraulic struts for passenger cars are reliable and durable. Thanks to an extensive dealer network, the products of this company can be purchased in the most remote regions of the country.

Consumers note the good work of shock absorbers on unpaved roads, the car gently goes over bumps and potholes. Excessive softness appears on the asphalt surface, which causes swaying at speeds of more than 90 km / h.

1 Kayaba

High quality and reliability
Country: Japan
Rating (2019): 4.9

One of the best brands, whose products are great for use on domestic cars, including VAZ. There is no doubt about the characteristics of the original racks - the company's supplies are provided not only by the international spare parts market, but also by up to 80% of Japanese assembly lines. Product quality for assembly and delivered to secondary market has no difference.

A series of racks are available for a comfortable and sporty ride. Gas-a-Just single-tube rear shocks are popular. They are reinforced and have a high margin of safety, which is an important selection criterion for VAZ owners. The MonoMax series, installed on the front suspension, radically changes the idea of the handling of domestic cars, increasing the steering sensitivity. Based on feedback from owners who prefer aggressive driving, the lightweight Kayaba Ultra SR struts are most effective in high-speed corners, while the Exel-G is great for everyday city driving.

The best racks of the premium segment

Shock absorbers for VAZ cars of the premium segment are distinguished by the highest quality and durable work. For their manufacture, selected materials are used, and the processing of parts and assembly of components is carried out on machines with software. The following manufacturers are included in our top.

4 Bilstein

Excellent performance
Country: Germany
Rating (2019): 4.7

Bilstein racks are positioned on the world market as components for elite cars, but in our country they are also installed on VAZ models. The quality of products is at the highest level - shock absorber kits of this company are involved in the factory assembly Subaru cars which are known for their reliability.

Before making a choice of one of the series of these racks offered on the market, it is better to take into account the experience of the owners. Drivers who installed Bilstein gas-oil shock absorbers on their VAZs complain in their reviews about the high rigidity of the kits, but at the same time the car received amazing stability in high-speed turns. For aggressive driving enthusiasts, the Sport (B-6) or Sprint (B-8) series are great, and for those who want a little comfort, the oil-damped strut series (B-2) should be chosen.

3 KONI

Buyer's Best Choice
Country: Holland
Rating (2019): 4.7

KONI suspension struts are considered among the best in the world. In Germany, where the lion's share of products is exported, a lifetime warranty is valid for the first buyer, which indicates the indisputable advantages of this brand. In the domestic market, one of the latest developments of the company is in demand - FSD (Frequency Selective Damping) racks, which can automatically change the mode of operation, depending on the nature of the ride.

Despite the fact that such a kit for domestic VAZ cars (2110-2112) is more than expensive, many owners go to such expenses, because the result exceeds all expectations - the dynamics and stability of the car changes dramatically to a level comparable to foreign cars. The feedback from drivers is dominated by positive assessments of the performance characteristics of KONI FSD. True, it is necessary to change all the racks at once. Installing only the front or rear kits will not give the desired effect.

2 SACHS

Long service life. Manufacturer's Warranty
Country: Germany
Rating (2019): 4.9

The largest European manufacturer of shock absorbers and clutches is the German company SACHS Handel GmbH. Production facilities are located in 17 countries of the world. It has more than 6000 types of spare parts in its assortment. The company gives a two-year warranty on all products. Thanks to such a responsible approach, such well-known auto concerns as Mercedes, VW, Volvo, BMW have become consumers. Manufacturers of suspension struts and the domestic auto industry did not ignore.

There are two versions to choose from. The standard blue striped shocks are from the SuperTouring series. For sporty riding, stiffer struts with a red Advantage stripe have been created. Those who put these gas shock absorbers on VAZ cars note the good stability of the car on any road. When buying, it is important not to buy a fake in the hope of saving some money.

1 FINWHALES

Most versatile stand
Country: Germany
Rating (2019): 5.0

FINWHALE is integral part famous German concern Grunntech GmbH. Auto parts of this company have been sold on the domestic market since 1998. It was possible to quickly gain popularity among domestic motorists due to high quality, thoughtful design and reasonable prices. Products under the Finval brand are produced at the most advanced factories in Europe. The main partners of the German company are many auto giants, from Volkswagen to General Motors.

Domestic car owners speak positively about the universal properties of Finval racks. It is enough to put this unit on the VAZ in order to subsequently change only cartridges (there are oil and gas cartridges).