If you invest a certain amount of money and time in any undertaking, then it will certainly be crowned with success. is no exception - with due diligence, you can turn our "Bobik" into a brutal and respectable SUV, which even owners of foreign-made cars will look at with envy.
When upgrading, you will become aware of the hidden potential of the car and adapt it for a variety of operating options - expedition, fishing, hunting, long trips and much more. It is no secret that the UAZ 469 is primarily used for off-road driving, but it is not entirely designed for use in such conditions.
Therefore, we will talk mainly about the internal refinement of the main components, rather than external tuning. There are also special programs and online tuning that will greatly facilitate your task. In order to direct you on the right path and advise several design solutions, I recommend looking at the photo with examples of external tuning of the UAZ 469:
You can perform tuning of the UAZ 469 interior based on these examples. It is worth paying attention to the tuning of the UAZ 469 dashboard, here it is made taking into account ease of use and maintaining ergonomics:
The most important thing is tuning the UAZ 369 engine
The most inexpensive and effective option for refinement would be to replace the standard gasoline engine. Now there is absolutely nothing to do on the roads, and the standard engine on the UAZ 469 is just a carburetor. In other words, this is the past. You can replace it, for example, with an engine of the same manufacturer, similar in properties, only injection, for example, ZMZ-409.10.
According to the characteristics and dynamic properties, it is quite suitable, because. it has a working volume of 2.7 liters and a power of 128 horsepower. This power is quite enough for you to make both country trips and overcoming off-road. In addition to the increase in power, this engine will also significantly reduce fuel consumption. By the way, in the UAZ 469, when replacing the engine from the standard one to the ZMZ-409.10, fuel consumption fell from 15-17 liters per 100 kilometers to 11-12 liters.
Agree, the increase in power is significant, fuel consumption is reduced - at least these two reasons should encourage you to take the time to replace the standard engine. In addition, these operations will become the starting point for further tuning of your UAZ 469.
If the reason is only a decrease in fuel consumption, then you can act like some owners of the UAZ 469 - intentionally turn off the front axle. But here there is also a pitfall - with only one front axle on serious off-road you have nothing to do.
Therefore, there is a good alternative to reduce consumption without disconnecting the bridge - to install gas-balloon equipment (there is more than enough space inside), even in tandem with a standard engine. Thus, in mixed mode, the consumption will also decently decrease.
According to special fans of the 469 model, in order to increase power, it is possible to replace the engine not with an injection one, but with a diesel one, for example, with the Andoria 4CT90. It is also pleasing that this engine is almost completely domestically produced and is very common in UAZs. The result will be approximately the same as when replacing it with an injector, but it will not cost you a serious penny and will require a little less time and effort. As practice shows, a power of 90 horses is enough for a comfortable off-road ride. In addition, this engine is very reminiscent of a standard engine in its design, so there should be no questions about care and installation.
Very often the question arises of installing a foreign-made engine model on the UAZ 469. The answer to the question is simple - it is impossible to do this without changing the design of the front of the car, and it will require an enormous amount of time, effort and money, and the result will hardly justify itself.
Therefore, since you have already purchased a domestic car, then be patriots to the end and install parts also from a domestic manufacturer, they are at least cheaper. And there is no need to talk about the cost of repairing an exotic engine installed in an old UAZ 469.
The next stage is chip tuning UAZ 469
If, as recommended, you have installed a new engine, then you can proceed to the next and very important step in improving the performance of the car -. To do this, you need to connect an electronic engine control unit to a computer and install the appropriate software on it.
To connect, you need to use special adapters with diagnostic connectors at the ends - K-Line adapters. It is best to use adapters with special optical isolation in order to prevent port burn-out on the computer. The results of chip tuning will primarily depend on the changed parameters and the recorded program. As a rule, all tuning firmware improves idle systems and eliminates factory errors.
It would be reckless to advise something here, because each of you has different conditions in which the car is operated, not to mention the nature of the ride and the installed engine. In this case, do not be afraid to seek advice or even for the chip tuning itself in a car service - they will advise you there and select the optimal parameters.
Do not be afraid to choose the reference version of the car for tuning. For example, this video is an excellent example of tuning with your own toks, it’s not a sin to take it as a sample:
Read about tuning UAZ 469
The idea, somehow especially to celebrate the 30th “Anniversary” car, prepared in the Workshop of Off-Road Tourism – “MWT”, has matured for a long time.
And as soon as an offer was received from Dmitry Volkov, the founder of the OJ Company, to promote a new series of front power bumpers on the market, corresponding to the new Tech. Requirements and having a number of original ideas embodied in metal - the decision was made.
A new UAZ - 469 new with a DYMOS checkpoint was purchased at a car dealership, and after registration it was delivered to the MBT Company.
Why choose 469?
In our opinion, this is the best value for money.
The good old "collective farm" bridges with GP 4.625, if desired, without problems and improvements, you can install 5.125, which is unattainable for the "spicers", disc brakes and spring suspension provide the same level of comfort as that of the "Hunter".
Derated Euro-1 engine, without an electronic gas pedal, with a conventional drive belt tensioner and simpler electronics.
The five-speed DYMOS gearbox ensures the proper pairing of the revving engine and transmission.
Tailgate or door, which is more convenient? The question is debatable, as they say: “there is no comrade for taste and color”, but it seems to us that the variant of the tailgate for expeditions is more convenient.
Simple iron bumpers, which are all the same for waste, and you don’t have to overpay for their cost.
The cost of a car in this configuration amounted to 339 thousand, of course, we with a fight refused to actively impose "special stages", we managed to do this only by roughly describing the upcoming scope of work, which clearly aroused the respect of the manager.
So:
The concept of car preparation: Hunting - Expeditionary option, but no matter what, it would be embarrassing to drive up to a restaurant with a young lady.
The masters enthusiastically set to work, especially since, as always at the beginning of the construction process, the passion for destruction that lives in everyone is realized. Everything was dismantled from the car, for some reason, by someone - screwed and adjusted “uselessness”, namely: regular wheels, bumpers, interior, along with the skin that was always gaining moisture, a stove, and the ceiling upholstery was also dismantled for safety. The car was put on wheels of various colors and sizes collected throughout the workshop. Established wheels, interior, trim and rear bumper quickly found new owners.
After dismantling the interior, a huge hole was cut out in the ceiling, where, by installing amplifiers, a large hunting hatch was inserted, which can be opened to the position: ventilation, and also taking out the cotter pins (which remain hanging on the chain, and are not lost), the hatch leans completely, and two hundred kilogram uncles in winter clothes can easily fit in the resulting opening. The hatch is sheathed with aluminum and insulated, so that no matter what condensate forms.
The hatch leans back completely and in the folded position it is independently fixed on the mating parts fixed to the trunk.
At the top, the ventilation position, at the bottom, the hatch is completely reclined.
The floors and inner sides of the car, the tailgate and door cavities were completely laid first with vibration isolation, then with noise insulation, and only after that they were sheathed with aluminum, all joints were sealed, and a flat floor was also made instead of a “turtle”.
The upper shelf was made, in which, in addition to a niche for maps, cigarettes and other similar things, there were located: a radio tape recorder, a walkie-talkie, a navigational light, a relay and fuse box for additional light, in the console between the shelf and the salon ceiling there are control keys for the "chandelier" and additional headlights on bumper.
The torpedo was covered with a stylish stainless steel overlay, the structure repeating the pattern of the leather interior, and the steering column casing was also re-manufactured and covered with vinyl.
The regular stove gave way to the NAMI-7 stove with a cabin filter, for additional consumers, the number of cigarette lighter sockets on the dash was increased to three.
A leather interior from a Honda CRV was installed, with separate longitudinal and tilt adjustment of the rear seats and heated front seats, the interior has many possibilities for transformations and easily turns into a comfortable sleeping place for two people. Also, thanks to the large longitudinal adjustment of the rear sofas, it is very convenient to stand upright in the hatch, and while driving, the rear passengers can ride with their legs fully extended. With the rear seats fully folded down, there's plenty of room for luggage.
The steering wheel has been replaced with a more comfortable and ergonomic one. In the center, which organically fit the emblem of the company MBT.
The rear windows are tinted.
A ventilated compartment for the second battery is mounted in the floor of the rear part of the body, the buttons for disconnecting the mass of both batteries are located to the left of the steering wheel and have an on indication.
The snorkel is brought out of the engine compartment to the roof level.
In the suspension of the car. It was also decided to make significant changes.
Springs, shock absorbers, springs and silent blocks were replaced with a set of the Australian company DOBINSONS, designed specifically for UAZ vehicles, which give a suspension lift of + 5 cm and significantly improve the car's behavior on the road.
On the front part of the OJ bumper - protected, shockproof halogen headlights with variable focus from LIGHTFORCE are installed.
Below you can see the difference in focus between the left and right headlights - the left one is adjusted to diffused light, the right one is bundled, in the right photo the LIGHTFORCE headlights are set to high beam and bundled.
For comparison, a photo from the same point and angle, with the regular low and high beams on:
In addition to the front light on the bumper, the OJ expeditionary trunk is equipped with a chandelier for driving and working light.
Sand-trucks are also fixed on the trunk.
After a 5 cm body lift and a suspension lift, NOKIAN wheels with a dimension of 285x75x16 were chosen, which were assembled on alloy wheels from the Korean company SWIGER.
To ensure evacuation with confidence, the well-proven U4x4 winches are installed in the front and rear bumpers, with remote control and 12,500 pounds of pulling force.
After all the components were assembled together, the installation of the power body kit provided by the OJ Company began, and the mounting of additional equipment on the body kit.
First we installed power thresholds with fuel tank protection.
Then the front bumper was installed, with a platform for a winch, protective grilles, horns for quick winding of the cable. The bumper and thresholds are connected among themselves by removable protective arches.
Tie rod and side window protections were also installed, by the way, side window protection (with proper fastening) - perfectly serves as steps for accessing the trunk.
At the back, a currently unique OJ bumper was installed, which combines: a power bumper, a platform for a winch, a gate, a platform for a hi-jack, a bracket for a removable towbar, a backlit license plate frame and a cup holder (where without a cup holder, in halt time).
As a result, having collected all the components together, we got: practical, easy to manage, as comfortable as possible, retaining all the positive qualities and acquiring new advantages - the old, kind, brutally beautiful UAZ-469 NEW from the MBT Company.
(It is very interesting to compare the photos below with the photos of the same car at the beginning of the article.)
Below is a work order for the work performed and the cost of consumables.
At first glance, the price tag is not humane, but it was worth it!
| ORDER-WORK № 34 dated December 12, 2010 | ||||||
| Model | UAZ - 469 | |||||
| State number | ||||||
| VIN | ||||||
| Customer | Off-Road Tourism Workshop "MVT" | |||||
| Telephone | ||||||
| Customer address | ||||||
| Works: | ||||||
| No. p / p | Name | Qty | Price | Sum | ||
| 1 | Body lift 5 cm | 1 | 8 000 rub. | 8 000 rub. | ||
| 2 | Making a platform for the rear spring | 2 | 2 500 rub. | 5 000 rub. | ||
| 3 | Spring replacement | 2 | 2 500 rub. | 5 000 rub. | ||
| 4 | Replacing shock absorbers | 4 | 700r. | 2 800 rub. | ||
| 5 | Making a box for the 2nd battery. | 1 | 3 500 rub. | 3 500 rub. | ||
| 6 | Snorkel Installation | 1 | 5 000 rub. | 5 000 rub. | ||
| 7 | Hatch installation | 1 | 20 000 rub. | 20 000 rub. | ||
| 8 | Installing arch extensions | 4 | 1 000 rub. | 4 000 rub. | ||
| 9 | Trunk installation | 1 | 2 500 rub. | 2 500 rub. | ||
| 10 | Installing side window protection | 2 | 1 000 rub. | 2 000 rub. | ||
| 11 | Protection installation. steering rods | 1 | 2 500 rub. | 2 500 rub. | ||
| 12 | Shelf making | 1 | 8 000 rub. | 8 000 rub. | ||
| 13 | Installation of the NAMI stove | 1 | 5 000 rub. | 5 000 rub. | ||
| 14 | Interior upholstery in aluminum flat floor | 1 | 65 000 rub. | 65 000 rub. | ||
| 15 | Installation of leather interior | 1 | 10 000 rub. | 10 000 rub. | ||
| 16 | Installation of power bumpers | 2 | 3 000 rub. | 6 000 rub. | ||
| 17 | Production of stainless steel pads for torpedoes | 1 | 5 000 rub. | 5 000 rub. | ||
| 18 | Threshold setting | 2 | 1 500 rub. | 3 000 rub. | ||
| 19 | Conclusion of breathers under the hood | 1 | 2 500 rub. | 2 500 rub. | ||
| 20 | Spring replacement | 2 | 800r. | 1 600 rub. | ||
| 21 | Refinement of the casing of the steering column | 1 | 2 500 rub. | 2 500 rub. | ||
| 22 | Production of the central armrest | 1 | 2 500 rub. | 2 500 rub. | ||
| 23 | Toning | 5 | 500r. | 2 500 rub. | ||
| 24 | Making a spacer for a stabilizer | 2 | 750r. | 1 500 rub. | ||
| 25 | Making a hood lining | 1 | 1 500 rub. | 1 500 rub. | ||
| 26 | Refinement and fastening of mudguards | 2 | 1 000 rub. | 2 000 rub. | ||
| TOTAL completed works: | 178 900 rub. | |||||
| Master: | ||||||
| Signature | ||||||
| Electrical work: | ||||||
| No. p / p | Name | Qty | Price | Sum | ||
| 1 | Connecting the 2nd battery. | 1 | 5 000 rub. | 5 000 rub. | ||
| 3 | Connecting the Battery Management System | 1 | 5 500 rub. | 5 500 rub. | ||
| 4 | Installation of add. headlights | 8 | 800r. | 6 400 rub. | ||
| 5 | Wiring | 1 | 15 000 rub. | 15 000 rub. | ||
| 6 | Production of rear podiums | 2 | 1 500 rub. | 3 000 rub. | ||
| 7 | Installation of CB radio | 1 | 1 500 rub. | 1 500 rub. | ||
| 9 | Connecting a winch with the removal of the block of solenoids | 2 | 5 000 rub. | 10 000 rub. | ||
| 10 | Installing and connecting the radio | 1 | 2 000 rub. | 2 000 rub. | ||
| TOTAL completed works: | 48 400 rub. | |||||
| Master: | ________________________________________ | |||||
| Signature | ||||||
| Spare parts and consumables: | ||||||
| No. p / p | Name | Qty | Price | Price | ||
| 1 | UAZ-469-NEW | 1 | 339 000 rub. | 339 000 rub. | ||
| 2 | Power front bumper OJ | 1 | 15 000 rub. | 15 000 rub. | ||
| 3 | Protective grilles on the front bumper OJ | 1 | 5 000 rub. | 5 000 rub. | ||
| 4 | Power rear bumper with OJ gate and tow bar | 1 | 32 500 rub. | 32 500 rub. | ||
| 5 | Expeditionary trunk under the hatch OJ | 1 | 22 000 rub. | 22 000 rub. | ||
| 6 | Thresholds | 1 | 12 000 rub. | 12 000 rub. | ||
| 7 | Side window protection OJ | 2 | 1 750 rub. | 3 500 rub. | ||
| 8 | Tie Rod Protection OJ | 1 | 3 600 rub. | 3 600 rub. | ||
| 9 | Protective arc thresholds - bumper | 1 | 5 000 rub. | 5 000 rub. | ||
| 10 | Dobinsons front spring UAZ+50mm.С45-083 / pair | 1 | 7 292 rub. | 7 292 rub. | ||
| 11 | Dobinsons ladder UB 59-453-2К / pair | 2 | 1 080 rub. | 2 160 rub. | ||
| 12 | Dobinsons polyurethane kit for springs UAZ / set | 1 | 3 112 rub. | 3 112 rub. | ||
| 13 | Dobinsons spring UAZ 4+2 sheet. UAZ-006-R / pcs. | 2 | 8 200 rub. | 16 400 rub. | ||
| 14 | Headlights Lightforce (set of 2 pcs.) | 1 | 10 000 rub. | 10 000 rub. | ||
| 15 | Wheel disks SWIGER | 5 | 4 200 rub. | 21 000 rub. | ||
| 16 | NOKIA 285x75x16 rubber set | 5 | 8 000 rub. | 40 000 rub. | ||
| 17 | Snorkel UAZ (Hunter) | 1 | 4 500 rub. | 4 500 rub. | ||
| 18 | Hunting Hatch Installation Kit | 1 | 18 000 rub. | 18 000 rub. | ||
| 19 | Aluminum sheet 1.5*1200*3000 AMG2NR | 3 | 4 200 rub. | 12 600 rub. | ||
| 20 | Interior black (leather) | 1 | 20 000 rub. | 20 000 rub. | ||
| 21 | Wheel arch extensions Flex Line 5cm | 1 | 3 800 rub. | 3 800 rub. | ||
| 22 | Noise and vibration isolation sheet | 12 | 97r. | 1 164 rub. | ||
| 23 | Vibrofilter sheet.40x60 | 12 | 238 rub. | 2 856 rub. | ||
| 24 | Salon mirror | 1 | 150r. | 150r. | ||
| 25 | Electrical installation kit for winches, add. light, and equipment (wires, corrugation, connector, crimp, heat shrink, clips) | 1 | 25 380 rub. | 25 380 rub. | ||
| 26 | Winch U 4x4 12500 with remote control | 2 | 18 000 rub. | 36 000 rub. | ||
| 27 | Stove NAMI | 1 | 7 000 rub. | 7 000 rub. | ||
| 28 | Work lights | 6 | 500r. | 3 000 rub. | ||
| 29 | high beam headlights | 2 | 900r. | 1 800 rub. | ||
| 30 | Sand Truckee (metal) | 2 | 4 500 rub. | 9 000 rub. | ||
| 31 | Fenders (set) | 1 | 850r. | 850r. | ||
| 32 | Hood trim | 1 | 2 500 rub. | 2 500 rub. | ||
| 33 | tint film | 2 | 250r. | 500r. | ||
| 34 | Breather outlet kit | 1 | 3 500 rub. | 3 500 rub. | ||
| 35 | Shovel Fiskars | 1 | 455 rub. | 455 rub. | ||
| 36 | Fog lamp | 2 | 150r. | 300r. | ||
| 37 | Gearbox housings, RK | 2 | 250r. | 500r. | ||
| 38 | Mudguards (set) | 1 | 250r. | 250r. | ||
| 39 | radio tape recorder | 1 | 3 500 rub. | 3 500 rub. | ||
| 40 | Cb radio | 1 | 2 500 rub. | 2 500 rub. | ||
| 41 | Hardware | 1 | 5 933 rub. | 5 933 rub. | ||
| 42 | Consumables | 1 | 10 280 rub. | 10 280 rub. | ||
| TOTAL: | 713 882 rub. | |||||
| The final cost for the order - along with was: | 941 182r. | |||||
According to domestic car owners, the UAZ 469 has many advantages. Among the positive qualities, its simplicity of design is often noted, which means an unlimited field of activity for serious tuning or small but pleasant improvements. Among those aspects that usually fall under modernization are: increasing the level of off-road patency, driving performance, tuning the UAZ 469 suspension, interior comfort and, of course, external cosmetic decor. Often, motorists carry out tuning the UAZ 469 with their own hands for hunting and fishing.
Briefly about the history of UAZ 469
The UAZ 469 car is a completely Soviet development. Serial production of cars was started in 1970 at the Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant. Initially, the machine was intended for use in army units, as well as in internal affairs structures. In fact, this was a step towards creating an analogue of the American Wrangler, which was used at that time in the US Army. The model turned out to be quite successful, combining a relatively low cost, simplicity and a high level of cross-country ability. What is an important factor in the territory of our state.
UAZ 469 current direction
The last decades that have changed our country have also changed the requirements for vehicles. Left unchanged and restyling, the UAZ 469 has lost its relevance for its originally intended purposes. However, there was a serious interest of a private nature. The model turned out to be convenient and practical in bad road conditions, which is an essential attribute of a professional hunter or fisherman. After car owners carry out off-road tuning of the UAZ 469, the car becomes almost unrecognizable, and given the low cost, it becomes a serious competitor for Western counterparts.
So, the car has gained genuine respect from lovers of suburban rides and people who crave extreme sports. It is worth saying that you can refine this model indefinitely. Many people do tuning the UAZ 469 with their own hands, and this is no coincidence. Because preparing the car for off-road is an exciting affair in itself. Often people sell a tuned car, while buying a standard factory version and begin to translate their ideas into new variations. If you are interested in more trips, then specify for yourself what goals you set for the car. For their own implementation, you will find a lot of information in the UAZ 469 tuning video section.
Tuning UAZ 469: strengths
Tuning is a general word that characterizes the refinement of a car. There are two fundamentally different areas of this activity. The first is the creation of a car "for yourself", capable of overcoming off-road with a significant level of comfort. Such machines are often called forwarders. The second direction is active sports. The difference and the list of changes here are fundamentally different. In the first case, the machine is equipped with many convenient devices. The sports option provides for “squeezing” the maximum power out of the car, despite the decrease in engine life. You can find out many variations of this performance by looking at the pictures of the UAZ 469 tuning.
Interior tuning: features
Since such cars are not comfortable, car owners often carry out tuning of the UAZ 469 interior first of all. This is especially necessary if you like to travel. Of course, these works proportionally depend on the invested financial resources. However, there are things that are simply necessary:
- paste over the interior with noise protection;
- to insulate the body;
- install seat belts (since they are often absent in older models);
- to re-equip a standard stove or install an additional heater in the rear of the cabin.
Of course, every owner will be pleased to make cosmetic changes. So you can install more comfortable seats, pads on the steering wheel and handles, replace the instrument panel. If you decide to do the tuning of the UAZ 469 interior with your own hands, the photos will help you make the right choice.
It will also be quite practical to view the tuning of the UAZ 469 interior with your own hands video:
Tuning UAZ for urban use
Often, UAZ owners consider tuning a matter of honor rather than a practical exercise. An excellent example of such transformations is the tuning of the UAZ 469 for Gelik. The prototype of such a car was the German Mercedes G-class. Gelendvagen is a symbol of reliability and high status of the owner. In addition, the UAZ 469 is perfect for such alterations. In order to turn a domestic military vehicle into an urban elite SUV, it takes a lot of time to invest in the refinement of the body, chassis, electronic filling and interior. In order to maximize the similarity, it is necessary to work with the window openings, increasing them, to correct the hood, changing its shape, and also to put the wings without rounded corners. Of course, it is impossible to imagine a Gelendvagen without a luxurious interior. However, in addition to leather upholstery and wood inserts in the cabin, the most important here will be hidden work. Namely, the gluing of noise-absorbing materials, which will really make the movement in the car much more comfortable. If you are interested in tuning UAZ 469 for Gelik, photos will be a great help in this matter.
UAZ 469 with awning
A good option for tuning work is also considered UAZ 469 with an awning. Having received a new design, such a car is perfect for a country outing in the summer. Versions of the "cabrio" give the owner a feeling of extreme freedom and integrity with the surrounding space. It is these options that are used for small excursion groups, lovers of small extreme sports and photo safari.
By typing in the search engine: tuning uaz 469 tilt photo, you will definitely find many nice options.
Installation of power body kits
At its core, a power body kit is an additional bumper for a car. They are practical and justified for those who truly love hunting and fishing. Such protection works well, both in light forests and in the case of snow blockages. Many will argue that this is additional weight. Of course this is true, but it is this factor that increases the off-road patency of your car. For those who are going to do the tuning of the UAZ 469 with their own hands, the photo will create a general idea of the possible options. However, there are ready-made solutions in the form of RIF and HUNTER bumper models.
The optics of the car and the radiator grille can be protected by special arches mounted on the front bumper. Among car owners, they received the name "Kengurin". This design will protect you from hitting large branches and stones. It will also help protect your car if you encounter an elk or other large animal on the road.
Installing additional optics
For those who love night driving, lighting plays an important role. Experienced car owners will say that your UAZ needs an additional chandelier. And there is a certain similarity in this. As a rule, there are two, four or six additional headlights. Each of them can be installed independently, using a radiator grill or a roof rack for this. In turn, the devices can be made as headlights or light bars. Headlights can consist of 5-8 LEDs behind the glass. The light bar, in turn, is a one-piece construction of many LEDs (usually 32 pcs.). It is worth noting that the headlights are set to short-range and long-range. In turn, the light bar can be installed by itself. These options also differ in pricing policy. More budgetary will be the installation of headlights. However, their effectiveness is sometimes no worse than installing an expensive light bar. The tuning headlights for the UAZ 469 that you want to produce is a very useful acquisition.
Electric winches and their installation
Often, lovers of extreme travel have to make their way through the area only considering the direction. Getting into a difficult situation, it is difficult to overestimate the help of a winch. Because this is probably the only chance to restore traffic. A simple mechanism with an electric drive and a gearbox will help to pull the car out of the mud or snowdrift. As a rule, for UAZs, winches are installed with a thick steel cable, designed for a five-ton force. As a matter of fact, less powerful models are not effective and they are not recommended to be installed on cars of this class.
This device is quite practical, since every UAZ, at least once in his life, but got into a situation where the nearest opportunity for help was many tens of kilometers away. Life experience suggests that with the help of a winch and skillful regassing, a car can be pulled out of impassable conditions in five to seven minutes.
For those who are tuned in to positive changes and non-standard tuning solutions, you should look into the UAZ 469 zombie hunter tuning section. Here everyone will find for themselves some kind of zest that they would like to add to their own car, since UAZ provides its owners with an unlimited field of activity, and the financial side makes it possible to implement many of the chosen ideas. Immerse yourself in the creative process and create the car of your dreams.
Everyone knows that when investing certain funds in any undertaking, it is likely to be crowned with considerable success. And by the way, do-it-yourself tuning of the UAZ 469 is no exception. If you wish, you can turn this car into an executive class SUV, which will surely be looked at with envy and surprise.
It is worth noting that do-it-yourself tuning is done on UAZ, as a rule, in order to adapt it for various operating options:
- long trips;
- fishing;
- hunting;
- expeditions and so on.
It is better to put 15-inch wheels on UAZ, but tires must be chosen at least 31 inches in size, while the tread pattern should be such that it could knead impassable dirt. The installation of such large wheels accordingly requires the expansion of the wheel arches, that is, the cutting of the wings. Note that in total, all the work done can cost you a fairly large amount (at least 50 thousand rubles).
Installing a winch, how could it be without it, because this is one of the most important off-road accessories that will always help you get out of a difficult situation.
Now you can proceed to the most interesting, namely the painting of the body. Here everything is done easily and simply: we skin, make waterproofing and cover with bright paint. 
It would be nice to also replace the entire optics of the car. New is new, but sometimes you still have to drive off-road at night. A person who knows at least a little about an electrician is also calmly able to cope with this. 
Installing vetkootbitnik is an indispensable procedure for tuning any car designed for off-road driving. The work is also not difficult. All you have to do is buy two eye nuts, two eyebolts and zip ties, and a 4mm cable.
For beauty, and for practicality, we sheathe the sides of the car with corrugated aluminum. It will be enough to have a sheet measuring 1.2x2 m. We fasten it to aluminum rivets, having previously processed the sides with Movil. 
Do not forget to install a kenguryatnik, which is needed not only for beauty, but also to protect the front bumper. 
Next, a huge hole is cut out with his own hands in the ceiling of the UAZ to install the hatch. The hatch is necessary not only for hunters, but also for airing the cabin by the way. In this case, an ordinary hatch from the groove was taken, which can be fixed with homemade hinges, but it is necessary to sheathe the hatch with aluminum and insulate it so that condensation does not form. 
Having finished the external tuning of the UAZ with your own hands, you can also take care of the comfort in the cabin. It is necessary first of all to replace the steering wheel with a more comfortable and ergonomic one. Without this, the driver is unlikely to feel the comfort of the ride.
Next, we make the car completely sound and waterproof. To do this, we lay vibration isolation in the inner sidewalls and floors of the car, then soundproofing and sheathe it with aluminum from above. 
Definitely replacing the seats. By the way, the dimensions of the cabin allow you to install the seats in such a way that you can stand upright with the hatch open and fully stretch your legs during the trip. In this case, leather seats from Honda were installed, which have the ability to transform and without any problems the rear seats turn into a comfortable sleeping place for two people. 
On this, you can consider a kind of do-it-yourself repair of the UAZ 469, however, if you wish, you can add a bunch of all kinds of bells and whistles, and also, if you have the ability and skills to independently replace the engine to increase the power of the machine and to reduce fuel consumption.
Of course, tuning a car is a serious and responsible matter, but the result will be a car that you will be pleased to get into and not ashamed to show to friends and acquaintances. The main thing is that you do not have financial difficulties in the course of work and have a desire to make your car comfortable for you.
469s are always made to the exact requirements of their owners or the circumstances of use.
This car can be safely called universal due to its widest possibilities regarding modernization, or rather, internal and external tuning. In terms of cross-country ability and general driving performance, UAZ is not at all inferior to foreign counterparts, but it costs less. In combination with the “normal” exterior design, this is just a godsend for fans of tuning domestic cars.
Today, there are original tuned options that can be used for fishing, rally racing, hunting, as well as household needs. In addition, you can also find tuning UAZ 469 for the city.
General idea of tuning UAZ 469
UAZ 469 tuning is a comprehensive reconfiguration of a vehicle. Usually this process consists of replacing the factory engine with a domestic or foreign-made diesel engine. You can also get by with a partial refinement of the standard power unit, the replacement of individual parts. Thanks to this, you can save some money.
They are adjusted based on the operating conditions: mainly the shock absorbers are replaced with stiffer or softer ones, the springs are set short or long. In addition, they also install a reliable steering column, pedals, control levers, gaskets, as well as other necessary components.
As for external tuning, the car is supplemented with lighting, winches and hatches. Khaki color is replaced with spectacular airbrushing (3d tuning), glasses, of course, are tinted. These are just a few of the possible improvements. Each individual option can be supplemented with your own ideas and developments, it all depends on how and for what you want to use the car in the future (perhaps the same as in the video).
History of improvements UAZ 469
Tuning UAZ 469 can be called a necessity rather than a fashion trend. Recall that the first models rolled off the assembly line of the famous Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant back in 1972. Until 1985, they were produced for the needs of the Soviet army, as well as the national economy. This car model was equipped with a power unit from GAZ 21, which became famous for its reliability.
Thanks to its running and structural characteristics, as well as a high margin of safety, this machine is still present today in the ranks of various armies of the countries of the former union, since there is no alternative to them yet. Later, at the Ulyanovsk plant, this model was somewhat modernized and a car called UAZ Hunter was released.
However, today we are talking about the Soviet, or more precisely, about its tuning. It should be noted that back in 1974, this model, without special adaptations and modifications, showed its highest cross-country parameters. The car reached the borders of the glacier, which is located on Mount Elbrus. The height was measured at 4000 m.
Achievements like these speak for themselves. Therefore, everyone who wants to somehow modify this “monster” should first turn their eyes not to the suspension or engine, but to the inside, to the salon. After all, no one will be pleased to ride a powerful car in terms of power indicators, in which drafts walk. As a result, it is comfort that should become a priority element of tuning the UAZ 469.
Tuning salon UAZ 469
To improve the interior of the UAZ 469, you will have to tune it. The car itself is made in the style of "military" (since it was developed for the military). This, in many ways, explains why the interior design has a "Spartan" design. As a result, improvements should begin with sound and heat insulation.
To insulate the interior, as well as to increase the degree, it is necessary to modify the floor. In this situation, you can use linoleum with insulation. Next, you need to change the windshield wiper drive. Standard versions (until 1985) were equipped with a foot drive (which was extremely inconvenient).
It should also be noted that the sidewalls and the roof are made of tarpaulin. Therefore, you will have to replace the factory stove with a slightly more powerful one, or you can install another one in the back of the car. In order to increase safety while driving, seat belts should be installed in the car.
After that, the standard “leather” inserts should be replaced with similar ones, but only in a different color, which will be more pleasing to the eye. Door metal surfaces should be covered with inserts that imitate wood (materials can be bought at a hardware store).
The process of tuning the cabin does not end there. Extreme lovers can also distinguish their car with such an element as a sunroof. To do this, you need to cut a huge hole in the ceiling, into which, with the help of amplifiers, you need to insert a hunting hatch. It can be opened to the ventilation position, and by removing the cotter pins, the sunroof can be fully tilted. In the opening that is formed, two considerable uncles can easily fit, who can look around the surrounding nature. At the same time, the hatch should be sheathed with aluminum, as well as insulated. As a result, no condensation will form.
In addition, you can also make a top shelf, which will be very useful. In addition to a niche for maps and cigarettes, it can accommodate: a walkie-talkie, a radio tape recorder, a navigational light, a fuse box for additional light and a relay. Also in the console between the interior ceiling and the shelf there are keys that control the "chandelier" and additional headlights, which are on the bumper.
But if you tune and create a UAZ 469 of the 21st century, then you should also install. Perfect option from the Honda CRV. There is a separate inclined and longitudinal adjustment of the rear seats, as well as heated front seats. Due to some transformations, the salon can easily be turned into a sleeping "room" for two people. If the rear seats are folded down completely, a large “useful” space for luggage is created.
Tuning dashboard UAZ 469
The dashboard layout of this car is very simple and not intricate. But - this is a special topic for conversation. Here I would like to pay attention to the front panel, since in this car it is made of metal. Carrying out its refinement, there is no need to rush and immediately cut it off, while changing it to plastic.
In this situation, it is better to turn on a little imagination and treat the instrument panel with a special coating that imitates wooden inserts (something like a laminate). Chromed elements will not interfere either. It should be noted that this tuning option is much less laborious than replacing the entire panel, and it will bring more benefits, because it will bring an original, modern look to the appearance of the standard “tidy”.
Tuning engine UAZ 469
The machine is equipped with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a power of 75 l / s. Tuning the UAZ 469 engine is an important moment in the process of overall modernization of the vehicle. If you own a car of an old modification, then it is better not to tune it, but simply replace it.
The fact is that the old carbureted gasoline power unit, even after tuning, will not particularly impress you with its updated properties. On the one hand, you can slightly increase the power, however, at the same time, it will also increase, which is already high. If you reduce the consumption, then the power will drop.
Therefore, the best option would be to replace the factory engine with an injection ZMZ-409.10, the working volume of which is 2.7 liters and the power is 128 hp. This motor not only adds power to the car, but is also able to significantly reduce fuel consumption (consumption, on average, drops to 11 liters). However, in order to achieve this, during tuning, one must not forget about the gearbox, axles and transfer cases, because sometimes it happens that by replacing the motor, you can still not get the desired result.
In addition to replacing the engine, you can also install gas equipment (enough space). In this case, with mixed operation, fuel consumption will also decrease. Also, according to the reviews of many owners, you can replace the factory engine with a diesel one. For example, the Andoria 4CT90 power unit is widely used in UAZs.
This diesel engine has a volume of 2.4 liters and produces 90 hp. When installing it, you can achieve a certain increase in power, as well as an increase in the functionality of the car. Such an engine has a configuration close to the standard one, as a result of which there will be no special problems with their replacement.
After such operations, it is not even necessary to carry out chip tuning of the UAZ 469. In the same way, you can also replace the engine with a UAZ Hunter - a modified version of the 469th model. As for the presented engine, it may not be suitable for it. 
Do-it-yourself tuning UAZ 469: a selection of photos and some nuances
Do-it-yourself tuning, no doubt, is always not only interesting, but also very informative. Carrying out modernization, you can find out the potential of your car in the complex, as well as create a certain design style: fishing, hunting, long trips, expeditions and others. It should be noted that the UAZ 469 is mainly used for driving on various difficult paths, in other words, off-road. Interestingly, this car was not originally designed for use in pits and ruins.
Do-it-yourself external tuning of the UAZ 469 can be done in several stages:
1. First you need to replace the wheels. This, it should be said, is one of the most important stages, because after replacing them, the car will be able to drive far beyond the “autobahns”. It is better to install wheels with an outer diameter of about 32. If the car is planned to be used on various surfaces, then it can be equipped with All Terrain with the necessary tire tread. Add to this modern "stylish" alloy wheels, you will create a beautiful design and, at the same time, save on fuel. In addition, you will save the transmission of the car and improve traffic safety somewhat.
2. After that, you can backlash the suspension and body. If you put large wheels on the UAZ 469, then you need to trim the arches. This is necessary so as not to cling to their wings. Thanks to the backlash, the body will rise, and this increases safety while driving on bumps, deep ruts and stones.
3. Can also be made lightweight. To do this, the springs are equipped with several sheets, and the shock absorbers are also replaced. You can install 2 shock absorbers on one wheel.
4. The car can also be equipped with a locking differential. All UAZ 469 axles were equipped with non-locking differentials at the factory. As a result, it is recommended to install a special self-locking cross-axle differential.
5. You can also. In this situation, the best option would be "kengurina". You can make it at home, for this you just need to weld the pipes. This option is very reliable, it is easy to install high beam headlights and a winch on it.
