The basis of every real SUV is a device called a frame. For each car model, the design of the frames differs not only in appearance, but also in the manufacturing method. Let’s take a closer look at what the UAZ Patriot SUV frame is and what its features are.
The frame on an SUV is a steel base on which the body is located, the suspension and engine are attached. This element is key and therefore the overall technical condition of the car depends on its serviceability. The product consists of two longitudinal spars, which are connected to each other using cross members. The cross members are hollow steel tubes welded to the side members using welds. But not all cross members are welded, but only three. The cross member located at the front of the frame is removable, making it easy to remove or install the engine. This cross member is attached to the side members, which have special welded brackets.
All brackets are welded to the side members using arc welding. The only exception is the brackets to which the ends of the fixed springs are attached. These brackets are mounted to the side members using special rivets. The front bumper on a UAZ Patriot is attached to the front of the side members using six bolted connections. Steel towing hooks are also attached to the side members at the front. Below is a drawing of the frame of the UAZ Patriot SUV.
The frame drawing shows the design of the device, as well as the location of the cross members. Spars are also called traverses, which perform the main structural function. Such a frame drawing may be needed if the device has been damaged and requires repair. We'll talk about repairs a little later, but for now it should be noted that the drawing must have dimensions. The drawing shown in the photo above shows the general design of the frame of the UAZ Patriot SUV. The photo below shows a drawing of the original UAZ Patriot SUV frame, which shows the dimensions. These dimensions are very important when repair work is required.
UAZ Patriot frame, high resolution, with suspension
The drawing displays all the design features of the product, which indicates the location of the cross members, as well as the mounting of the engine splash guard and the fixed spring brackets. The frame drawing of the UAZ Patriot SUV is the key to carrying out repair work. Any alterations, modifications and processing of the frame are prohibited if after this the product does not pass tests and changes are not made to the PTS.
Maintenance Features
The UAZ Patriot SUV is a car that is designed to overcome various types of challenges. During operation in off-road conditions, not only the vehicle’s suspension is tested, but also the frame, body and all other parts and elements of the unit. The operation of the UAZ Patriot SUV depends on the reliability and serviceability of the frame. Therefore, it is important to carry out technical inspections of the device, which allow you to avoid not only unpleasant, but also disastrous consequences.
In particular, maintenance of the UAZ Patriot SUV frame requires compliance with the following measures:
- Initially, you should clean the frame structure from dirt, and then inspect it.
- During the inspection, it is necessary to pay attention to the condition of the side members, cross members, and joints.
- The bolted connections that secure the bumpers, cross members, and engine mudguards are also subject to inspection.
- It is also necessary to check the left longitudinal beam in the area where the steering housing is mounted. It is necessary to ensure that the surface is painted, otherwise a new coat of paint should be applied.
- The condition of the latch and pawl of the towing device is also checked.
Frame maintenance allows you to prevent various consequences: from a broken cross member to damage to one of the side members.
Frame number
The frame number, in fact, like the engine number, is mandatory for any car. Not all vehicles are equipped with frames, only trucks, heavyweights and SUVs. The UAZ Patriot is an SUV, so the frame is a must-have element for such a rogue.
Identification number location
Each UAZ Patriot car that comes off the assembly line has a certain set of numbers not only on the engine, but also on the frame. Where is the frame number on the UAZ Patriot SUV? And the number is located on the right side of the rear wheel. This number is not a formality at all; it is required when undergoing maintenance or when selling a vehicle. Why might the number be missing? And the reason for his absence is quite simple. From the factory, the Ulyanovsk SUV manufacturers skimped on special tools and used white paint to apply the number on the frame (chassis). It is easy to understand that after a short period of time the paint wears off and the frame becomes useless. Many car owners try in every possible way to restore the number, but this should not be done. According to the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation, such interference is an offense that entails criminal liability.
If the chassis number has been erased over time, then it is necessary to carry out an auto examination, after which the traffic police inspector will write in the technical equipment passport that the number was destroyed as a result of corrosion. Therefore, you should not commit offenses just to restore the chassis number.
Repair work
The frame of the UAZ Patriot SUV requires repair work when distortions, damage or displacement are detected on it. Often the reason for inspecting the integrity of the frame is an emergency collision with an oncoming car or when negotiating dangerous sections of the road. In this case, it is necessary to check the reliability of fastening the removable cross member and the connection of the spring brackets.
Carrying out repair work on a car frame
Before carrying out repairs, be sure to thoroughly clean the device from dirt. The device is edited according to the dimensions indicated in the second drawing of this material. Be sure to pay attention to the dimensions between points A and B. The distance should not exceed 5 mm. After the work of straightening and repairing the product is completed, it is important to carry out verification work on the perpendicularity of the spring brackets to the vertical plane of the device. You should also check the quality of fit of the steering gear housing to the spar at three main points.
If cracks are found on the device, they should be treated using electric arc welding. But before welding the crack, you should thoroughly clean the surface and chamfer it at an angle of 60 degrees. If beams or cross members have significant cracks, then welding of a steel insert is allowed. This insert will act as an amplifier. The amplifier can be welded both from the inside of the frame and from the outside. The most important thing is that the amplifier helps eliminate the crack.
Particular attention should be paid to rivet joints. To check their integrity, it is permissible to tap the brackets with a hammer. If the rivets have already loosened, then rattling can be detected on the device. The problem can be eliminated by cutting off the used rivets and replacing them with new ones. All repair work is carried out using a diagram or drawing. The rivets can be replaced with new ones with a larger diameter by first drilling a hole in the beam. To remove old rivets, cut a window in the longitudinal pipe reinforcement to provide access to them from the inside. After installing the rivets, the window is welded. If it is not possible to install rivets, then they can be replaced with bolts and nuts, subject to the mandatory use of growers.
To summarize, it should be noted that the device discussed in this material is mandatory for the UAZ Patriot SUV. To avoid unpleasant surprises along the way, especially if the Patriot is operated in aggressive off-road conditions, it is necessary to periodically carry out maintenance, inspection and preventive maintenance of the frame. Only checking and troubleshooting at an early stage allows you to avoid unpleasant consequences and unnecessary financial waste.
The UAZ Patriot frame is steel, welded, and consists of two box-shaped side members of variable cross-section, connected by cross members. To facilitate the removal and installation of gears with the transfer case assembly, the second cross member from the front is attached to the frame brackets with bolts, four on each side. The remaining frame cross members are welded to the side members.
Brackets, shock absorbers, power unit supports and body mounts are attached to the UAZ Patriot frame side members. The front and rear parts of the UAZ Patriot frame are equipped with towing eyes, designed for short-term towing of the vehicle. In the front part of the frame there are additional eyes intended for securing the car when transporting it on a tow truck. For towing, a ball-type towing device can be installed on the UAZ Patriot frame.
In 2016, the UAZ Patriot frame was modernized and strengthened. Additional cross members were installed on it, which increased the rigidity of the frame, reduced vibration when the vehicle moved over rough terrain, and made it possible to further secure the suspended equipment.
In addition, instead of brackets that were designed to protect the body from displacement during an accident, the UAZ Patriot frame was equipped with additional brackets for attaching the body to the frame. This made it possible to increase the reliability and rigidity of the entire structure as a whole by 20%, reduce noise and vibrations transmitted to the body while the car is moving and increase acoustic comfort.
During the operation of the car, the UAZ Patriot frame does not require special care. Its maintenance consists of periodically cleaning it from dirt and checking by external inspection the condition of the side members, cross members, brackets, as well as welded, riveted and bolted connections.
During the next maintenance, you need to check and, if necessary, tighten the mounting bolts of the front bumper, engine mudguards, removable cross member and rear bumper. It is very important to monitor the condition of the painted surface of the frame and promptly touch up places where the paint layer is damaged.
With systematic overloads during operation of the UAZ Patriot or in the event of an accident, distortions, bends, cracks and other damage may appear in some places of the frame, requiring its repair. It is also possible that the connection between the spring brackets may become loose. Before repairs, the UAZ Patriot frame is cleaned of dirt and carefully inspected to identify all damage.
Distortions and cracks in frame parts are eliminated by straightening and welding, in some cases by installing amplifiers in places of failure. After the repair, it is necessary to touch up the detected defects in the paintwork of the frame.
Editing and straightening of the UAZ Patriot frame.
The UAZ Patriot frame is straightened and straightened in a cold state, based on its original dimensions. After editing, the difference between the diagonal dimensions of the frame should not exceed 5 mm. Also, after straightening the frame, it is necessary to check the perpendicularity of the axis of the brackets to the vertical plane of the frame and the correct fit of the steering gear housing to the spar.
Welding cracks in the UAZ Patriot frame.
Cracks in frame parts are welded using electric arc welding. Before welding, the crack edges are chamfered at an angle of 60 degrees. If there are long cracks on the side members and cross members, an additional reinforcement is welded onto the frame, applied to the welded area. The amplifier is tightly adjusted to the surface of the damaged area. The weld seam of the crack is cleaned flush with the surface before welding the amplifier.
The reinforcement can be welded to the frame of the UAZ Patriot both from the inside and outside, depending on the location of the crack and the ease of performing the work. It is not recommended to weld the amplifier with a weld seam running across the side member, especially in the vertical direction, since such a seam weakens the frame and creates the preconditions for its failure in this place. For greater strength of the frame and the weld, it is advisable to make it at an angle of 45 degrees.
Repair of rivet joints of the UAZ Patriot frame.
The reliability of the rivet joints of the UAZ Patriot frame is checked by tapping them with a hammer. Loose rivets produce a rattling sound when tapped. If a weakening of the rivet connection of the spring brackets is detected, the weakened rivets are cut down and replaced with new ones. In this case, the holes for the rivets are drilled out and rivets of larger diameter are installed instead of the old ones.
Before replacing the rivets in the spar reinforcement, a technological window is cut out opposite the bracket to allow access to the rivets from the inside. After riveting, the window is welded. The contact of the rivet head to the surface of the part must be complete. If it is impossible to repair the rivet joint, the rivets can be replaced with bolts and nuts.
from the book by E.N. Orlova and E.R. Varchenko "UAZ Cars" maintenance and repair of UAZ
Frame
Device. Three types of frames are installed on UAZ cars. Welded frames consist of two spars connected to each other by cross members. For ease of installation and removal of the engine, one of the cross members is made removable and bolted to brackets welded to the frame side members. The remaining cross members are welded to the side members by electric arc welding.
Utility vehicle frame UAZ-3151 and UAZ-31512 have a second removable cross member. All brackets installed on the frame, except for two brackets for fastening the fixed ends of the front springs, are welded by electric arc welding. The mounting brackets for the fixed ends of the front springs are riveted to the frame side members. The front bumper is attached to the front ends of the side members with six bolts, and tow hooks are attached to the upper flanges of the side members. A towing device of a double-sided closed type, equipped with a rubber elastic element, is attached to the rear cross member of the frame with four bolts. In a variant version, UAZ-31512 vehicles are equipped with a rigid device without an elastic element, intended for short-term towing of a trailer. Two rear bumpers made of 65G spring steel, 4 mm thick, are mounted on the rear cross member and the ends of the side members on both sides of the towing device.
Rice. 125. Main dimensions of the frame of utility vehicles
Frame of a UAZ-3741 van has a third removable cross member. The spring mounting brackets are riveted to the frame side members and there are tow hooks at the bottom of the front ends of the side members. The remaining brackets are welded to the frame using an electric arc welder.
At the front ends of the frame side members, brackets are welded to which the bumper is attached. The rear bumper consists of two parts and is mounted on brackets welded to the rear ends of the frame side members. The spare wheel suspension brackets are bolted to the fifth cross member of the frame. A rigid towing device is secured to the last cross member of the frame with four bolts, on both sides of which the footpeg brackets are welded to the frame cross member.
The frame of the UAZ-3741 car is also installed on the UAZ-3962 and UAZ-2206 cars.
Rice. 126. Main dimensions of the frame of carriage cars
UAZ-3303 truck frame is not interchangeable with the UAZ-3741 car frame and differs from it in the shortened rear ends of the side members, the absence of a rear bumper and footrest brackets, a spare wheel mounting bracket and on-board platform mounting brackets.
Along with a rigid towing device, a double-acting towing device with an elastic element can also be installed on the frame of a UAZ-3303 vehicle.
Maintenance. For TO-2, perform the following operations:
Clean the frame from dirt and check by external inspection the condition of the longitudinal beams, cross members, brackets, welded and riveted joints. Check and, if necessary, tighten the bolts securing the bumpers, second cross member, towing device and engine mudguards. Pay special attention to the left longitudinal beam in the area where the steering housing and the first frame cross member are mounted. Check the condition of the painted surface, paint areas with damaged paint layers;
Check the condition of the latch and pawl of the towing device, the reliability of closing the hook mouth, if necessary, lubricate the axles according to the lubrication chart. In towing devices with an elastic element, check the presence of lubricant under the cap, if necessary, add it according to the lubrication chart and check that the hook rotates easily around its axis without noticeable movement in the housing. If there is noticeable movement, tighten the hook support nut.
Repair. When the vehicle is overloaded or in the event of an accident, distortions, bends, cracks and other damage may appear in some places of the frame, requiring frame repair. It is also possible that the rivet connection of the spring brackets may become loose.
Before repairing, clean the frame from dirt, carefully inspect it and identify any damage. Correct the frame in a cold state, guided by the dimensions shown in Fig. 125 and 126. The difference between dimensions A and B should not exceed 5 mm. After straightening the frame of utility vehicles, check the perpendicularity of the axis of the spring brackets to the vertical plane of the frame and the fit of the steering gear housing to the side member at three points of its attachment. In the frame of carriage-type cars, after straightening, check the position of the upper end of the steering shaft. After securing the steering gear housing to the frame bracket, the distance from the longitudinal axis of the vehicle to the axis of the upper end of the steering shaft should be (518 ± 7.5) mm.
Fix cracks in frame parts using electric arc welding. Before welding, chamfer the crack edges at an angle of 60°. If there are long cracks on the longitudinal beams and cross members, additionally weld the reinforcement applied to the welded area. Fit the amplifier tightly to the surface of the damaged area. Before welding the amplifier, clean the weld seam flush with the surface. The amplifier can be welded both from the inside and outside, depending on the location of the crack and the ease of doing the work. It is not recommended to weld the reinforcement with a weld running across the longitudinal beam, especially in the vertical direction, since such a weld weakens it and creates the possibility of frame breakage in this place. For greater frame and weld strength, make it at an angle of 45°
Check the reliability of the rivet joints by tapping them with a hammer. Loose rivets produce a rattling sound when tapped. If you find that the rivet connection of the spring brackets is loose, cut off the loose rivets and replace them with new ones. In this case, drill out the holes for the rivets and install rivets of a larger diameter. Before doing this, cut a window in the longitudinal beam reinforcement opposite the bracket for access to the rivets on the inside of the longitudinal beam, and after riveting, weld the window. The contact of the rivet head to the surface of the part must be complete. If it is impossible to repair the rivet joint, the rivets can be replaced with bolts and nuts.
Repair of the towing device consists of replacing worn and damaged parts. Correction of bent parts of the hook and latch is not allowed.
Frame SUVs are reliable transport for Russian roads, especially during the spring period when there are no roads. They are performed by experienced racing drivers. The female gender also masters them, as we have already discussed. Let's determine the best in this category.
Leading automakers
If you look at all the automakers in the world, many of them produce a body-on-frame variation of the Jeep. There are both compact and large specimens. Among the best frame SUVs there are well-known brands, as well as less popular automakers that can surprise you with the quality, reliability and capabilities of their models. When choosing SUVs based on reliability and frame resistance to loads, preference should be given to the following companies:
- Jeep.
- Land Rover.
- Mercedes.
- Toyota.
- Mitsubishi.
- Nissan.
- Hummer.
- Chevrolet.
As you can see, there are big names, as well as some less popular and sought-after brands. Even a domestic product was included in the rating, which is something our engineers can be proud of. But in terms of characteristics, the difference is small if we consider purely off-road qualities. Although there are clear leaders in this parameter. Now we invite you to find out what the top frame SUVs are and who is included in the list of the best jeeps in this category.
Domestic hunter
I would like to start with a domestic car. UAZ-315195 Hunter replaced the obsolete 469 model, which existed on the assembly line for 30 years. Only the external outlines remain common, everything else is completely new. The most significant restyling occurred under public pressure in 2015, when Ulyanovsk announced the cessation of production of the hunting series.
The updated Hunter received a special expeditionary version. The technical characteristics are almost identical, but the special version is distinguished by a standard traction device and a bright, noticeable body color. The front power side of such a machine is suitable for using a jack, and the rear arches are designed taking into account the use. By default, the classic version comes with R16 city tires, and the expedition version comes with All-Terrain tires. And the seats in the classics are easy to wash.
Defender's car
This is us about Land Rover Defender. At the time of writing, the last car on sale was a two-liter with 122 horsepower, produced in 2014. But in general, SUVs rolled off the assembly line until 2016. The all-wheel drive Defender was literally littered with plastic - from the body to the instrument panel. This move lightened the weight of the car, but did not harm safety - this is completely in order. With this car, the owner is ready for everything that awaits him on the road.
In 2019, the company In 2019, Land Rover will celebrate its 70th anniversary. By this significant date, Defender fans will receive a new generation of their idol. Technical data is still classified, but it will definitely be no worse than its predecessor. The official premiere has not yet taken place; the vehicle is undergoing field testing.
Mid-size SUV. In our country, the brand has launched production of cars at a site in Naberezhnye Chelny. For some time, Russian car enthusiasts could purchase Kremenchug-assembled cars, but now they are not on sale.
The assertive character and dynamism of the car are reflected in its clear and sweeping lines. Inside the cabin there is exceptionally soft, practical plastic. Under the hood is an internal combustion engine running on gasoline or diesel. It produces an impressive 181 horsepower. Safety is also at the highest level with all the standard options.
A rugged SUV in the best traditions of the Wild West. It only has four-wheel drive and special filters to comfortably move through the steppes and swamps of the whole world. As in many cars of this class, plastic with excellent ergonomic properties dominates here.
The uniqueness of the car lies in its gasoline engine with a record power of 272 horsepower and a 9-speed automatic transmission, setting the bar for other car manufacturers.
The motto of the car is comfort knows no bounds. The current model year Mojave combines athletic build with no-nonsense solidity. The SUV has become even more comfortable, especially for the driver. His chair now remembers comfortable positions. And the electric drive adjusts the driver's seat to the owner's figure.
The developers also took care of security. New airbags, belts that do not compress or interfere with blood circulation are just a small part of all the innovations that await the owner and passengers of this masterpiece from South Korea.
Under the hood it has a powerful V6 engine. It produces 250 horsepower. In combination with all-wheel drive, this is a guarantee of reliable speed characteristics and overcoming any obstacles. If desired, you can pull the iron horse out of a difficult quagmire.
This SUV gets even better with every model year. Every appearance of the owner of this car will cause, if not a crowd of photographers, then an abundance of enthusiastic representatives of the opposite sex. All elements present the car enthusiast exclusively in the best light, presenting status as a priority.
There are a lot of communication solutions inside the car. These include USB ports, hatches, and containers. All this was done with only one goal - to make the trip comfortable, although some car enthusiasts are skeptical about oversized cars. But Cadillac confidently holds its course thanks to the built-in stabilization system. Another captivating feature is the 426-horsepower, 6-liter engine – a real record in the field of off-road vehicles. Escalade is capable of helping vehicles weighing up to 3.5 tons.
This car has one cool feature - small headlights are lost against the background of the large dimensions of the vehicle. But this has its own chic, because the likelihood of headlight damage in an accident is significantly reduced.
The range includes exclusively restylings of the Y61 and Y62 generations. Drivers can choose a three- or five-door version of the 61 model and only a five-door version of the 62 version. Each of them contains a full range of safety and comfortable options. There are only 3 petrol engine options. The Y61, the first of which came out in 2004, is offered with engines of 145 and 280 horsepower. And the generation 62 restyling of 2014 - only with a 405-horsepower engine. All these cars have their consumers, although the new Patrol costs more than 5 million rubles.
The German manufacturer has significantly improved its legendary SUV. The metal-plastic W463 was replaced by the steel aluminum W464. The doors, hood and mudguards are made of aluminum. Everything else is made of high-strength steels. The car has a 9-speed automatic transmission. By optimizing the mechanisms, it was possible to free up additional space for passengers. The increase in wheelbase also helped. The new 422-horsepower engine has become even more economical - it consumes 11 liters of terrain - the differential lock is now triple.
Toyota Land Cruiser
