Oise lifted. Elevator Oise little blood. An alternative way to increase the height of the body

It is difficult to look at such a car with indifference. When meeting with her, the bikers honk in greeting, the policemen begin to smile broadly, and the jeepers click their tongues knowingly.

The fame of not very reliable cars has long been entrenched in Ulyanovsk SUVs, but this is to some extent offset by the cheapness of spare parts. The design, allegedly copied at one time from Land Rover Series III, obsolete, but simple and maintainable. And most importantly - UAZ in skillful hands able to compete on the road with most foreign classmates. And this despite the fact that they put it in absolutely "oak" and not too big rubber, and the tread pattern leaves much to be desired. Meanwhile, the patency of the car is half dependent on the wheels. This, as Ostap Bender used to say, is a medical fact. It turns out that if the car rides well through the mud on mediocre tires, then on a good one it should generally work wonders. So there is a reason to put a domestic rogue on the "correct" imported wheels. True, in order for them to fit into the arches, you need to work hard and raise the body above the frame - in special terminology, to produce a body lift, "lift". The option that one of our good friends used is interesting for its downright extreme cheapness.

HOW IT WAS

To put wheels with a diameter of 35 inches on his UAZ 31512-32 (modification with military bridges), its owner had to install spacers between the frame and the body. Their function was successfully performed by hockey pucks, two pieces for each of the 12 fastening bolts. Before drilling holes, the washers did not even have to be marked out - their surface is slightly convex, and on the way from the factory to the store, a slight abrasion forms right in the middle. The process of supplementing regular pillows with "home-made" spacers was very simple. First, the radiator mounting rods were unscrewed. Then came the turn of the nuts and bolts with which the body is attached to the frame. And then, with the help of two hydraulic jacks, the body was alternately raised from the rear, front and sides, inserting washers. Of course, the standard mounting bolts had to be replaced with longer ones.

Another small refinement is the installation of longer spring earrings from the Gazelle. The only difficulty that arises in this case is that the standard "Gazelle" bolt for attaching the earring is smaller in diameter than the holes in the rubber bushings of the UAZ. Therefore, the bolts had to be put on pieces of a water pipe. Once the bodywork was bolted back to the frame and the new studs were in place, all that remained was to adjust the angle of the radiator. Now the 35th wheels simply asked themselves to expand the arches. Note that all the work was done by one person within 2 days.

HOW IT ENDED

On the new tires the car began to look very impressive. The ground clearance, which is 30 centimeters for a UAZ with military bridges, has increased by another 8-9 centimeters.

After the car was started, it became clear that the gas thrust was too “pulled up”, and the engine growls at high speeds without outside interference. However, I did not have to drill an additional hole, there was already a hole in the right place!

During trial maneuvering, it turned out that the reverse speed did not turn on - the body rose, and the gear lever groove shifted. The problem was solved with a little work with a file. And that's it, no more side effects. On the other hand, one of the advantages of the “lift” is the fact that the gas tanks have risen to the level of the frame and become more secure.

As the final touches, the owner of the UAZ embellished it properly. For example, I attached a shovel to the hood of the car. For this purpose, fasteners for machine guns borrowed from the military "Ural" were perfect. Spartan styled dashboard I managed to revive it with a sign with a built-in red light and the inscription "No oil pressure". For those who are interested, let us explain that such plates can be found on border boats. Further approximately in the same spirit.

High-profile off-road tires on chrome wheels have transformed not only the appearance of the car. UAZ, even on asphalt, began to behave differently, silently swallowing potholes. No wonder, because BF Goodrich Mud-Terrain rubber is famous for its softness. And off-road, if you let it down, it flattens out and gives a wide contact patch.

A LITTLE ACCOUNTING

So, it was about the unprecedented cheapness of the project. Let's do some simple calculations:

• Hockey pucks, 24 pieces for 6.50 rubles. Only 156 rubles.
• Bolts, 12 pieces for 19 rubles. Only 228 rubles.
• Earrings from "Gazelle", 4 pieces for 35 rubles. Only 140 rubles.
• The total is 524 rubles (about 25-30 dollars).
• The UAZ itself of the 92nd year of release, even with low mileage, is unlikely to cost more than $1,000.
• BF Goodrich Mud-Terrain 35x12.5 R15 tires can be found for $220 if you really want to. Four pieces and a spare tire, therefore, will cost $ 1,100. Add to that 5 15x7 rims for a total of $750 and you have to shell out $1850 for the wheels.

Adding together a "hockey-gazelle" body lift kit, a used car, and new wheels comes out to about $2,880. If you are mentally prepared for the breakdown of your iron pet, then the picture emerges quite acceptable.

PAY

It is clear that it is possible to raise the body above the frame with the help of washers not only on UAZ. And in general, the idea itself is not new. There are imported branded body lift kits that cost about 200 dollars. Why do the imperialists charge so much money? The fact is that factory kits are made of special plastic that is resistant to vibration, shock, and heat. Such spacers are tested and mandatory certification. But nothing concrete can be said about the pucks. It is not known how they will behave upon impact, how many sharp braking they will withstand, and in general, how long they will last. The author knows cars that have been operated for several years with a raised "little blood" body. But a few cases are not yet statistics. So be careful with free gingerbread.

As conceived by the manufacturer, the main element of the domestic SUV UAZ Patriot should be off-road. In such conditions, the following qualities come to the fore:

• presence all-wheel drive, which allows you to confidently move on slippery and wet surfaces in any weather;
• increased ground clearance, contributing to the ability to overcome bumpy terrain.

The factory declared the clearance of UAZ Patriot at the level of 210 mm. This is a very impressive indicator, however, domestic off-road is capable of presenting such “surprises”, where even the declared clearance becomes small.

In our time, such a concept as an “elevator” is “overgrown” with particular popularity among owners of SUVs. By this is meant an increase in suspension.

Today we will consider the points related to the implementation of the undercarriage lifting event with our own hands, and also find out what is included in the kit for this type of tuning.

Is it worth upgrading the suspension?

For what purposes the owner of the UAZ Patriot needs an overestimated location of the suspension units, we hope it is known. Highly located chassis components contribute to improved off-road patency. When the suspension units are raised, the risk of units catching on road obstacles is reduced. In addition, after the implementation of tuning and lifting measures, the off-road vehicle has increased exit angles, contributing to the safety of the bumpers. All these advantages are very valuable off-road, since the risk of "putting" UAZ Patriot on the frame is minimized.

One of the main components of a do-it-yourself lifting event is raising the frame above the transmission units. Here it is necessary to indicate the difference in actions, since in the front part the transmission bridge is suspended with springs, and in the stern suspension it is endowed with springs.

Suspension lifting methods

You can do the suspension lift in the UAZ Patriot with your own hands by resorting to one of three methods, namely:

1. By installing spacers between the elastic components of the chassis and the body.
2. By converting to a pneumatic suspension option. This method involves attracting a considerable financial resource and is available to moderately wealthy owners. The “minus” of such a suspension is traditionally considered to be its short resource, especially since in difficult operating conditions the pneumatic parts will “live” even less than expected from them.
3. By replacing the standard elastic suspension components with reinforced analogues with increased dimensions. Note that this method is more acceptable, since it eliminates the need for spacers. It also does not imply a subsequent loss of spring or spring strength.

Lift in the front suspension. How to perform?

front chassis constantly subjected to increased stress. Here, a heavy motor acts as an aggravating factor. Its weight reaches several hundred kilograms. In addition to this, fans of the body kit install such equipment as: a kenguryatnik, a reinforced bumper, a winch, etc. As a result, the front suspension is “rewarded” with a large load, which can partly be compensated for by the lifting event.

The front suspension lift involves replacing the "native" springs with more rigid and elongated counterparts. Here it is recommended to take a closer look at the products "KYBRD 5081 +50mm" or "Toch Dag +50mm".

In any case, the spring elements must be of a reinforced design, which implies a bar thickness of more than 16 mm. We should not forget about the need to mount elongated products (+50 mm). Exceeding the indicated increase in length is not recommended, as the risk of exposure increases. increased loads to the bridge.

Do-it-yourself replacement of springs alone is not enough here. Let's pay attention to the shock absorbers, the length of which in the standard version is less than that required by lifting. The conclusion is this - we change the "native" shock absorbers to suitable analogues. We recommend that you look at products from the Tociko brand, whose dimensions vary from 345 to 570 mm.

Consider the option where the owner, in order to save money, set his sights on mounting spacers instead of installing the designated reinforced components. Here you will need to know such aspects as:

• installation of products is carried out between the spring element and the body frame (their thickness does not exceed 30 mm);
• it is recommended to use spacers that are made of polyurethane.

When performing a front suspension lift, the owner of the UAZ Patriot will also need to perform such actions as:

• replace the hoses in the brake mechanisms with elongated counterparts;
• with significant lifting (“lifting” of more than 100 mm), installation of transverse rods will be required;
• you need to restore the castor;
• upon completion of the entire transformation complex, we adjust the collapse.

Lifting the rear suspension UAZ

The stern undercarriage also needs a lift, where the rear suspension is lifted. Here you will need to replace the regular springs with reinforced options with your own hands. Note that native products consist of 3 sheets, and tuning ones - already of 4. Under the new springs, it is recommended to install polyurethane spacers, as a result of which the clearance will add another 100 mm. Spacers complete with standard springs are able to provide an increase in clearance of 50 mm.

The photo shows what the lift looks like after installing 4-leaf springs and a 60mm spacer pad.

The result of the tuning will be visible not only from the street, but also from the interior of the SUV.

The rear suspension lift can be varied by using longer earrings on the springs. Here we focus on the thickness of the sheet steel of the parts, since this indicator should be at least 30 mm.

The real help for the owners of the UAZ Patriot is the lifting kits that are on sale and pre-formed. This simplifies the repair process and allows you to perform a rear suspension lift at home.

Lift kit for UAZ Patriot

The eminent manufacturer of such kits for the UAZ Patriot is the RIF company. Note that the set is very expensive, since the cost can "exceed" 50 thousand rubles.

The kit assumes compensation for the additional mass in full. Recall that the weight is added after the installation of such accessories as reinforced bumpers, thresholds, kengurin, winch, etc.

What's Included? The set consists of the following parts:

• 4-leaf rear springs and stepladders for them;
• springs (+50 mm) and reinforced shock absorbers for the front suspension;
• reinforced shock absorbers for the undercarriage of the stern;
• earrings for rear springs.

All indicated components of the kit have a design that allows them to be installed on standard fastening points of the UAZ Patriot body. This greatly simplifies the installation procedure and does not imply the need for modifications.

The only significant drawback of the lifting kit, as it turned out, is its considerable cost. The rear suspension lift and the front suspension lift do not differ much in price.

Summing up

In conclusion, we note that those owners who very often operate their UAZ Patriot in off-road conditions will experience significant benefits from lifting. Thanks to the event, not only the cross-country ability of the SUV improves, but the exterior is also beneficially transformed, becoming more monumental.

UAZ 469. It is impossible to remain indifferent to this car, the reaction of others is a direct confirmation of this. The policemen smile at the sight of him, the bikers greet or clatter in understanding.

These cars, unfortunately, have a reputation for not being very reliable cars. But the price of spare parts is relatively low. The very design of the car was originally copied from one of the Land Rover models. Of course, the appearance is outdated for a long time, but thanks to this, the repair is not difficult, and you can do it yourself. The advantage of UAZ is that in off-road conditions it can give odds to almost any foreign SUV. This is despite the fact that the quality of rubber on wheels leaves much to be desired, and as you know, it is its wheels that affect the car's patency.

Following a simple logic, if UAZ installs imported good wheels, then the car's patency will improve significantly. Another question is how to do this, because for this you need to raise the car body above the frame, in other words, “lift it”. How to do it? Let's figure it out together.

How to lift UAZ 469

To put wheels with a diameter of at least 35 inches on the UAZ 469, you will have to install spacers between the frame and the body. Any objects (for example, hockey pucks) can act as spacers. Such spacers are installed in the amount of two pieces for every 12 mounting bolts. The washers are convenient in that they do not need to be marked, because they have a convex surface and in the middle they get scuffed due to transportation.

To install the spacers, you need to unscrew the radiator mounting rods. Then the nuts and bolts are unscrewed, with the help of which the car body is attached to its frame. With the help of two jacks, the body is raised either from the rear, then from the front and from the sides. At this time, washers are inserted. Conventional mounting bolts are temporarily replaced with longer ones. Another small addition is the longer spring earrings from the Gazelle.

The problem is that the Gazelle bolt is smaller in diameter than the holes in the UAZ rubber bushings. But the problem is solvable: pieces of an ordinary water pipe are put on the bolts.

Then, when the body is again connected to the frame, it will only be necessary to adjust the level of inclination of the radiator. The arches, thanks to these manipulations, expand, and the 35-inch wheels quietly take their place. Such work can easily be done by one person. It will take no more than three days.

The result of such a replacement was that the car began to seem larger than its actual size. The clearance increased by about 9 cm. After the car was started, it became obvious that the gas thrust was too increased, and the engine emitted a “roar” at high speeds. When driving, it was found that the reverse gear does not work. Due to the fact that the body was raised, the shift lever groove moved to the wrong place. With the help of a file, this problem was eliminated. The advantage of raising the elevator was that the gas tank also rose. Thus, he became less prone to blows.

How much does lifting UAZ 469 cost

As for the total cost of "lifting" the UAZ, you will need:

1. Hockey pucks. In total, you will have to purchase 24 pieces. The price of one puck is from 6 to 10 rubles.
2. Bolts in the amount of 12 pieces. The cost of the bolt is from 19 to 30 rubles.
3. Earrings from the "gazelle". 4 pieces are needed. The price is from 35 to 40 rubles.

The total cost of spare parts will not exceed two thousand rubles.

The price of the car is also not high. Tires and wheels, for example, Goodrich Mud-Terrain 35x12.5 R15, can be purchased for about 14 thousand. You just need to search well. Disks will cost about 30 thousand. In total, new wheels for UAZ will cost about 120 thousand rubles. The price is quite reasonable for such quality changes. Of course, there are also special sets for raising elevators.

Their cost is approximately 15 thousand rubles. What is their advantage? The fact that the kits are made of a special material that is resistant to shock, vibration, heat. Such parts undergo special tests and have quality certificates. As for the washers, there is no exact guarantee that they will last a long time and with high quality. Their properties are unknown. When using washers, you need to be prepared for the fact that the structure can break at any time.

Suspension lifting UAZ 469

You can lift the suspension of the UAZ 469. This type of "lifting" has its advantages and disadvantages. The advantage is the improved cross-country ability of the car, because the wheels remain in place, but the body rises up, except for the bridges. The second advantage of "lifting" the suspension is that it is possible to install wheels of a larger diameter, which simply will not fit into the UAZ arches before the transformations. The disadvantage is that the angles of the cardan crosses increase. As a result of this, the cardan shafts work for a break, and as a result, they can simply fail.

There are several ways to lift a suspension. First you need to put longer earrings of springs. The main thing is that they are in the design of the car. There are several types of spacers. It is also necessary to spring the springs. This will be an attempt to make the car softer.

When you start to put on longer earrings, the main thing is not to overdo it and not set too long. This will lead to the fact that the suspension will work differently, and the car's handling will noticeably worsen. To prevent this from happening, you need to pull the earrings with a tie in the middle. Next, we move on to the bridge-spring spacers. Without distorting the design of the springs, the UAZ suspension rises with the help of a spacer. There won't be a big lift.

In advance, you need to think about fixing the spacer and that the length of the stepladders of the springs is sufficient. Of course, old springs can be forged, or even completely replaced with new ones. Only the price is quite high. Springing springs is actually not at all a difficult task, as many believe. Yes, and most UAZ owners do this not for “lifting”, but in order for the suspension to start working at all, to become softer and work out bumps.

The experience of others in this matter is enough, only the result is almost always the same. There is no significant effect from the springing of the springs. Therefore, there is no point in particularly bothering with springs. Under the spring, they are simply cut out, machined or new spacers are bought. The material can be different: rubber, metal, conveyor belt. It is important to remember that when “lifting” the suspension, long-stroke shock absorbers are needed. The old ones will wear out very quickly.

Outcome

Of course, not everyone can afford certified lifting kits, so you can use your imagination. The main thing is to use it wisely. There are many options for building spacers, how to raise a car, and how to correctly replace parts. When carrying out such work, it is important to remember that using non-certified materials, all work is performed at your own peril and risk. There is no guarantee that you will get the desired effect. Some parts of the machine may begin to wear out faster and will have to be replaced with new ones. Follow the measure in the changes to your car, because after the changes, there are no guarantees that your UAZ will not let you down at the most unexpected time.

Classic "loaf"

Many car owners are interested in the question of how to lift the UAZ "loaf". Most of these cars are produced from the factory on wheels 225/75 R16 or 235/70 R16. In order not to carry out a body lift, you can stop by installing tires on wheels with a radius of at least 15 inches, having a height of 29 to 30 inches.

But larger tires will no longer be able to fit here, so it will be necessary to carry out work to raise the body. If the idea of ​​​​creating an all-terrain vehicle from a “loaf” has stuck in my thoughts, then a body lift is inevitable.

How to carry out a UAZ body lift

To do the UAZ 469 lifting with your own hands, it is best to start with the body. To do this, you will need to prepare a set of nuts, bolts and washers, 12 spacers. Now you can start lifting the body. You will need to remove the terminals from the battery and put supports under the wheels. In the area of ​​​​the starter, it is necessary to disconnect the "mass".

Then you should unscrew 12 nuts from the bolts that connect the body and frame. Now you can jack up the body to the height of the prepared spacers (while making sure that the equipment remains in place). After that, spacers are installed, which must be fixed with bolts, lightly screwing them onto the nuts. Now you can carefully and evenly lower the body into place, then tighten the nuts. The equipment is returned to its place, all pipes and wires are connected.

Most car owners, performing the UAZ "loaf" lift with their own hands, cut the wings and arch and install expanders. This is done so that the dirt flying out from under the wheels does not fall on the glass.

The work is distinguished by relative simplicity and the fact that the center of gravity of the machine practically does not rise. This allows you to maintain stability at the moment of turning or rolling the car. A body lift will help increase the distance from the frame by 4-8 cm.

Elevator UAZ: characteristics, options

In order to increase the cross-country ability of the car, the right decision is to install wheels with a larger diameter. At the same time, the clearance increases. And the greater the distance between the road and the lowest point of the car, the better the passing qualities of the car.

In order to carry out a significant increase in the diameter of the wheels, it will be necessary to refine the car. Otherwise, the wheels will either not fit into the arches, or at the moment of turning and with certain irregularities they will cling to the body. To avoid these problems, it is necessary to lift the UAZ.

Lifting UAZ involves a set of changes that must be made to the design of the machine in order to make it possible to install wheels of a larger diameter. Many argue that the elevator is able to increase the clearance of the car. But this opinion is wrong. There needs to be a clear understanding that the increase ground clearance it is possible only when installing wheels of a larger diameter, and the UAZ lift is an aid in this event.

Set of stands for bodylift "loaf"

The UAZ elevator can be of two options.

1. Bodylift. Possible for frame cars. In this case, the body is lifted above the frame using spacers. This is the simplest type of lifting. In this case, the car will not need further modifications.
2. suspension lift. It is done both on frame (possibly a combination with a body lift), and on frameless cars. In this case, longer springs or spacers for standard springs are installed. The advantage of this method is that parts that are located below the car are raised above the road. This reduces the risk of potential damage.

Lifting UAZ Patriot and Hunter

Due to the standard course, driving comfort is ensured only in urban conditions. But a trip over rough terrain will be deprived of its attractiveness and comfort, since it can lead to damage to the main elements of the suspension and transmission. At the time of a high-speed collision, even a minor obstacle, a breakdown of the suspension is possible. To avoid this, the UAZ Patriot needs a suspension lift. Most car owners recommend carrying out an UAZ lift in any case, whether it is driving in an urban environment or outside the city.

For every motorist, a UAZ car is associated with an all-terrain vehicle that has significant power and maneuverability. I must say that the UAZ Patriot is no exception, while the model has an attractive appearance and comfortable enough.

But do not be surprised that the owners of this car are striving to improve its capabilities - to install wheels of a larger diameter, to modify the suspension travel. The UAZ Patriot package allows you to install wheels that do not differ much from the standard ones. Before thinking about the wheels, it is worthwhile to lift the body and suspension of the UAZ Patriot.

The skillful hands of the master will always be able to turn the UAZ Hunter into an SUV that will not see any obstacles in front of it. For many car owners, a do-it-yourself UAZ Hunter elevator is not something incredible, so improving the quality of the car’s patency will not be any problem. The installation of large diameter wheels on the UAZ Hunter will give the car additional ease to overcome various obstacles. This result is achieved by increasing the ground clearance under the frame and bridge. The UAZ lift can be carried out in two ways:

• raise the body above the wheels and free up as much space as possible for them;
• drop a little lower.

Do not forget that by improving the off-road qualities of the car, you can worsen its other characteristics. In particular, the maximum increase in ground clearance leads to an upward shift in the center of gravity. There is a risk of tipping over if the lateral tilt is too strong. Sometimes, when carrying out a body lift, they slightly weaken its fastening to the frame. In this case, the height of the lift makes it possible to break off the frame, which will break the high spacers that have a lot of leverage.

Hunter Rise with Advanced Suspension

Yes, if you lift UAZ, you can achieve improved geometric cross-country ability. This indicator is important when driving on uneven terrain. Undoubtedly, it is preferable to combine the suspension and body lift, this will save many nodes during operation.

The UAZ elevator can be carried out independently. Let this work be laborious, but it is not difficult, and the result obtained will allow the driver to be proud of himself and his iron friend.