Within the framework of this article, we will try to figure out which wheels should be installed on the VAZ 2107. The markings will be disassembled, which indicates what dimensions this or that disc has, this or that tire. Based on the information given here, everyone will be able to independently choose a set of wheels for their "seven".
Factory parameters of "seven" rims
The automobile concern "AvtoVAZ" installs steel wheels on VAZ 2107 cars, which are designed for mounting tubeless tires. Factory disks are labeled 5Jхl3Н2 ЕТ 29. Let's try to figure out what this means.The number "5" is the width of the rim of the disc. Measurement unit - inch
The part number "J" is a symbol for the special profile of the disc rim
The number "13" is the rim landing diameter for the tire. The unit of measurement is inch.
The combination "H2" means that there are two annular lugs on the rim of the rim, which are designed to accommodate a tubeless tire
Article "ET" is a symbol for the size of the protrusion of the rim of the wheel rim
The number "29" is the value of the size of the protrusion of the rim of the wheel rim. Measurement unit - millimeters
Factory parameters of "seven" tires
Leaving the factory, VAZ 2107 cars are equipped with tubeless tires marked 175 / 70R13 82T. Let's now figure out what this means.The number "175" is the width of the tire section. Measurement unit - millimeters
The number "70" is the ratio of the height of the tire section to the width of the tire section. Measurement unit - percent
Part number "R" is the accepted designation for a radial tire
The number "13" is the diameter of the tire fit. Measurement unit - inch
The figure "82" is the so-called load capacity index, which determines how much weight can press on one such tire. In this case, it is 470 kgf
The article "T" is a symbol of the maximum speed for which the given tire is designed. In this case, it is one hundred and ninety kilometers per hour.
It is worth noting that the recommendations given by the manufacturer's factories did not appear out of the blue. All data has been checked by engineers in theory and tested in practice. And you can see the different tire tests that have been tested on the network. So, these parameters of rims and tires are ideal for a combination of several factors at once, including the stability of the vehicle on the road, vehicle handling, vehicle cross-country ability and vehicle safety level.
In order to make it clearer, we will give possible scenarios for the development of events if some of the recommended parameters are not observed. So, if the rim overhang on the wheel is greater than the standard one, then it will engage the brakes while driving, which can increase the braking distance. If the rim overhang is less than the recommended value, then this brings the value of the load on the hub bearings beyond the normal range, and this can lead to their unexpected failure, which will entail the unpredictability of the vehicle's trajectory, and this is already a direct threat to the life of the driver and his passengers ...
Violation of all other recommendations given by the manufacturer will also not lead to anything good. At best, this will increase the wear of parts of various components, and at worst, it will seriously reduce the already not very best level of safety of the VAZ 2107 car.
It is not at all difficult to change standard wheels for other, more reliable, functional, or beautiful ones. It is only important to know by what criteria to select them, as well as to understand how such tuning can affect the chassis of the car, the safety of its driver and passengers.
Wheel disks
The wheel disks of the car are part of its suspension. Like any other detail, they have their own purpose.
Why do you need disks
Wheels perform several functions at once:
- transmit torque from hubs or axle shafts to tires;
- provide uniform distribution and compaction of tires around the circumference of their landing;
- contribute to their correct position relative to the car body and its suspension.
Types of rims
Today there are two types of rims for car wheels: stamped and cast. The former are made of steel, the latter are made of alloys of light but strong metals.
Stamped discs
Each type of wheel rim has its own advantages and disadvantages. The advantages of stamped ones include:
- low cost;
- reliability;
- absolute maintainability.
In order to buy the usual "stamping", it is enough to go to any car shop, or to the market. A huge selection, low prices, constant availability on sale - this is what an undemanding car owner needs.
There is often no need to buy steel wheels, because they are practically eternal. Breaking them is almost impossible. The main malfunction of such disks is deformation due to a wheel falling into a pit, hitting a curb, etc. However, this problem is solved by rolling on a special machine, and at home - by leveling with a hammer.
As for the shortcomings, there are fewer of them. Basically, motorists note the lack of aesthetics and individuality, as well as a large weight, which affects fuel consumption. As for the appearance, indeed, the "stamping" does not differ in design or attractiveness. They are all the same. But a lot of weight is a moot point, since it was taken into account when developing the car, therefore, the characteristics of the engine are designed for it.
Alloy wheels
Light-alloy wheels, first of all, give the car its individuality. With them, the car becomes more beautiful and looks more modern. It is this factor that most of all influences the result of the choice between "stamping" and "casting".
In most cases, when car owners buy light-alloy wheels, they do not even suspect that such products do not bend in the event of a critical load, like steel ones, but split. Then, of course, you can restore them using argon welding or other technologies, but it will no longer be possible to return them to their initial technical characteristics.
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The main parameters of rims on the VAZ 2107
Each detail of any mechanism has its own characteristics and parameters, according to which it is actually selected. Disks are no exception. These parameters include:
Disc diameter
Diameter is the main parameter that determines the ability to install a wheel on a particular car. The standard VAZ 2107 wheels have a diameter of 13 inches.
Naturally, the larger the wheels, the better the car looks. Moreover, with larger discs, the car better "swallows" small holes and potholes. On the "seven" you can install wheels no larger than 14 inches, without changing tires, and without altering the chassis.
Disc width
The width of the disc, or rather its rim, characterizes the width of the tire that can be used with it. The nominal width of the "7" disc is 5 ", but parts up to 6" wide can be installed.
The diameter and width together determine the size of the disc. In the marking, it is designated as follows: 13x5, 14x5, 15x5.5 or vice versa: 5x13, 5.5x14, etc.
Departure disk
Departure is probably the most difficult characteristic to understand. It determines the distance from the plane of the mating of the part with the hub to the conditional plane dividing the rim of the disc in half. Depending on the model, the discs can have both positive and negative overhangs. In the first case, the attachment plane of the part does not cross the boundary of the conditional, which divides it into two equal halves. Looking at a car equipped with disks with a positive offset, it will seem to you that the wheels of the car are, as it were, recessed into the arches. With a negative offset, on the contrary, the mating plane is displaced to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle itself, and the disk "sticks out" outward.
The overhang of the standard "seven" disc is + 29 mm. However, this parameter provides a standard deviation in one direction or another, equal to 5 mm. In other words, discs with an offset from + 24 to + 34 mm are suitable for the VAZ 2107. The overhang is measured in millimeters and is indicated on the marking as follows: ET 29, ET 30, ET 33, etc.
The change in the departure value of the "sevens", most often in the negative direction, is used in order to give the car's appearance a sporty style and aggressiveness. But here it is also important not to overdo it. The fact is that when the departure value changes in one direction or another, the distance between the wheel attachment point to the suspension and the fulcrum on the road surface also changes. And the more the standard distance is changed, the more load the wheel bearing will be subjected to. In addition, the changes will affect the handling of the car, and this is already unsafe.
Read about repairing the front and rear hubs of the VAZ 2107:
Center hole diameter
Any rim is designed for a certain size of the hub, or rather, its centering flange. It is on it that the disc is mounted with its centering hole. The "sevens" discs have a central hole 58.5 mm in diameter. This is referred to in the standard marking as "DIA 58.5". No deviations are allowed here, but some tuning lovers manage to put discs with a smaller hole diameter on the VAZ 2107, boring it, or larger, using special centering rings.
Looseness
A parameter such as bolt pattern indicates the number of holes for mounting the disc and the diameter of the circle along which they are located. The factory wheel rim "seven" has four holes for the mounting bolts. They are located on one circle with a diameter of 98 mm. On the marking, the bolt pattern is designated as follows: "LZ / PCD 4x98".
As you understand, it just won't work to install discs with a different bolt pattern on a VAZ 2107, especially if its values differ not only in the size of the circle, but also in the number of holes. However, there is a way out, and more than one. The first option is to use special spacers between the disc and the hub. These spacers have two bolts: one standard for mounting to the hub, and the other for mounting the disc. The second option is suitable only for discs with the same number of bolts and a slight deviation from the diameter of the circle on which they are located. During installation, of course, there will be problems with tightening the bolts in the final stage. It will not be possible to fully tighten them, because of which the wheel will dangle in motion. But this problem can be solved using special bolts with an offset center. They can either be bought or ordered from a familiar turner.
Drilling
Such a parameter as drilling is necessary so that the car owner, when buying discs, is not mistaken with the size of the mounting holes. If they are larger than the diameter of the bolts, the disc will not sit tightly and will begin to wobble over time. If they are smaller, the bolts simply will not fit into the holes. The diameter of the holes for the fastening bolts in the standard "seven" disks is 12.5 mm. For fixing, bolts of the M12x1.25 type are used.
What cars are suitable for VAZ 2107 wheels
Unfortunately, there are very few cars with the same parameters of disks with the "seven". VAZ 2107, in this sense, is almost unique. And it's not at all about their diameter, width, or overhang. Everything rests on the bolt pattern and the size of the hub hole.
| brand, model | Year of issue | Hub hole diameter, mm | Looseness | Departure, mm |
| Alfa Romeo 145, 146 | 1994–2001 | 58,1 | 4x98 | 35 |
| Alfa Romeo 155 | 1994–1998 | |||
| Alfa Romeo 164 | 1988–1998 | |||
| Alfa Romeo 33 | 1986–1996 | |||
| Fiat Barchetta | 1995 | |||
| Coupe 16V | 1995–2001 | |||
| Doblo | 2001 | |||
| Florino | 1995–2001 | |||
| Panda | 2003 | |||
| Punto I, II | 1994–2000 | |||
| Stilo | 2001 | |||
| Uno | 1985–1995 | |||
| Seat Ibizia / Malaga | 1985–1993 |
As for domestic cars, standard alloy wheels from VAZ 2112, VAZ 2170 can be installed on the "seven" without alterations. They have similar parameters.
But you don't have to waste time looking for suitable stock discs. Today, you can freely buy discs of various designs, made of various alloys. The cost of a set of good "wheels" for a VAZ 2107, depending on the characteristics and manufacturer, varies from 10 to 40 thousand rubles. Not cheap, of course, but beautiful.
Is it realistic to install sixteen-inch wheels on the VAZ 2107
Probably everyone who has seen a "seven" on sixteen and even seventeen-inch disks was very interested in how they got there. In fact, everything is simple. In some cases, the owners of such cars do not even digest the arches. It's all about the height of the tire, which is expressed as a percentage of the height of the section to its width. And if for a stock tire it is 70%, then in order to put fifteen-inch wheels on the "seven", they need to wear rubber with a height of 40-50%.
To install sixteen- and seventeen-inch disks, it is better to raise the car a little due to special spacers for shock absorbers, or to increase the size of the arches by cutting them out. As for the height of the tire profile, it is better if it will be no more than 25%.
Video: VAZ 2107 on seventeen-inch disks
Tires for VAZ 2107
The safety of the driver of the car and his passengers even more depends on the characteristics and condition of the tires of the car. Their choice must be approached very carefully, and in no case save.
Types of tires for seasonal use
According to seasonal use, tires are classified into:
- winter;
- summer;
- all-season.
The former are made of soft rubber and have a special tread. At the same time, each of the manufacturers is trying to increase the tread area, because the larger it is, the better the tire will behave on a winter road.
Summer tires are coarser, and their tread pattern is designed more for better grip on wet surfaces and water drainage from the plane of contact between the tire and the road.
All-season tires are a generalized version of the first two types. If the “all-season” is really of high quality, then in winter it does its job normally, but in summer it loses significantly to summer tires in terms of the quality of grip on wet surfaces.
Parameters of tires VAZ 2107
Like wheels, car tires have their own parameters. These include:
- profile width (width of the tire itself, measured in millimeters);
- height (expressed as a percentage of the profile height to width, measured as a percentage);
- fit diameter (defines the inner diameter of the tire, measured in inches);
- carrying capacity (indicates the maximum load on one tire, measured in kgf);
- the value of the permissible speed (indicates the calculated maximum permissible speed, measured in km / h).
From the conveyor of the VAZ 2107 plant, they go “shod” in thirteen-inch radial tires with a profile width of 175 or 165 mm and a height of 70%. Standard tires are designed for 190 km / h and a single wheel load not exceeding 470 kgf.
It is impossible not to mention the pressure in the tires, because the cross-country ability of the car, and its driving performance, and fuel consumption depend on it. The manufacturing plant VAZ 2107 recommends observing the following pressure indicators.
The choice between beauty and functionality of the wheels should be based on how you use the vehicle. If it is intended for city car walks, or participates in exhibitions of tuned cars, holiday corteges, then alloy wheels and low-profile tires are ideal. If the car is used every day in our off-road conditions for work, then it is better to install “stamping” on it with standard tires.
It is possible to buy inexpensive alloy wheels for VAZ 2101-2107 cars from the SHINSERVICE company. We also offer to use our tire fitting services and install tires on wheels purchased from us. All products and services provided are covered by a warranty.
The catalog contains over 30 models of products of various colors and configurations. In a special electronic form, you can set the required width, profile, diameter and other parameters for a comfortable and fast search.
How to order wheels for VAZ 2101-2107 in our online store?
- Click the "Buy" button next to the model you like.
- In the window that appears, select "Checkout". If you need several models at once, then click "Continue shopping".
- Check again that the model and size match, as well as the correctness of the indicated number of VAZ 2101-2107 disks, then click the "Continue registration" button.
- Specify a purchase method.
- Provide the full name or details of the organization (if the buyer is a legal entity), as well as contact information.
- Confirm your order.
If necessary, you can use the advice of our managers who will recommend the best model or provide more detailed information. By contacting us, you get the opportunity to buy high-quality wheels for the VAZ 2101-2107 without overpayments!
All car owners of VAZ 2107 know that it is very important to choose the right wheels for their car. This choice affects not only the quality of management, but also safety. That is why a certain type of rubber is provided for each season: summer or winter. But for those who want to save money, all-season tires have been specially created that maintain a high quality of maneuvering in any weather. Let's figure out how to properly "shoe" your iron horse, consider concepts such as "radius", "caps" and "bolt pattern".
The choice of wheel disks for VAZ
The manufacturer produces VAZ 2107 cars with discs marked 5J × 13H2 ET29. Designations and sizes that are complex and incomprehensible at first glance are deciphered very simply:
"5" - the width of the rim of the wheel disc;
"J" - denotes the profile of the rim of the wheel disc;
"13" is the diameter of the wheel disc;
"H2" - the presence of two annular protrusions;
"ET" is the size of the protrusion of the disc rim.
On a VAZ 2107 car, the disc bolt pattern has dimensions of 4 × 98. It is standard. But for some reason, the owners want to use discs on their VAZ 2107, which have a completely different pattern. For example, some car enthusiasts like more massive discs, so they want to replace theirs with copies of other sizes. This little tuning is completely safe and will help you make your car stylish and original. Also, the bolt pattern will make your car more stable and maneuverable.
In the picture below, we will show you how the wheel bolt pattern clearly looks (sizes 4 × 98 and 4 × 100).
However, if you are not confident in your abilities and have never made this kind of installation, it is better to have the bolt pattern done by professionals. Otherwise, you will feel vibration as you move.
Which "rubber" to choose?
Marking of standard tires for VAZ 2107 - 175 / 70R13 82T.
"175" is the width of the tire profile;
"70" - the ratio of parameters such as the height and width of the tire profile;
"R" - this is the designation for a radial tire (note that this is not a radius, as most people incorrectly believe);
"13" - the diameter of its landing (namely the diameter, not the radius);
"82" - index of carrying capacity, which indicates the weight with which pressure can be exerted on each of the tires;
"T" is the maximum speed at which this bus can be used.
Using automatic selection of tires and wheels for the car VAZ 2107, you can avoid many problems associated with their compatibility and compliance with the recommendations of the car manufacturers. This is due to the significant role that they play in ensuring a range of performance characteristics of any modern vehicle. In addition, tires and rims in a modern car are one of the active safety elements. That is why the choice between them should be made as responsibly as possible, which presupposes the presence of a whole range of knowledge about these products.
Unfortunately, most car owners prefer not to get into such technical nuances. Regardless of this, the automatic selection system will be extremely useful, that is, it allows you to minimize the likelihood of making the wrong decision when choosing certain tires and rims. And there is plenty to choose from, thanks to the widest range of such products presented in the Mosavtoshina online store.
