zellyv
New Niva Petrol Head
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Post by zellyv on Jul 20, 2011 13:33:19 GMT 2
Hi All,
I did it!! I serviced my own Lada!! (with the help of a co-Lada owner) What fun! :D I will definitely be able to DIY in future.
I have a question though, how often do you have to service a Lada and is there specific parts that needs replacing at specific km?
I also need outer and inner cv joint rubbers. Where will I find those?
Zelda
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Post by ronnie on Jul 20, 2011 14:37:50 GMT 2
Hi Zelda
You need to service every 10000kms or once a year if you do not do 10000 kms. Remember to tension the timing chain at each service. Change the diffs, gearbox and transfer case oils every second service. Do not forget to check the level in the steering box. I also like to change the anti freeze and brake fluid every 30000 kms or 3 years. If I have forgotten anything someone will be sure to tell you. ;D I have replaced the cv boots with Partquip CV22K available at any spares shop. You could also take an old boot with you as there are other ones which fit. Glad you enjoyed doing the service yourself, you can see it is not difficult and the Niva is easy to work on.
Ronnie
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vincentc
Veteran Niva Petrol Head
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Post by vincentc on Jul 20, 2011 15:10:04 GMT 2
Congratulations !!!!
It is wonderful that you felt comfortable enough to do it.
Changing CV boots is easy - But not so easy to get the CV shafts out.
I would suggest a 6 pack for the other Lada Owner to assist you - But only once the CV Shafts are back in. ;D ;D
Regards Vincent
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Post by marius on Jul 20, 2011 15:14:46 GMT 2
Well done Zelda! Ronnie is spot on with the intervals but you can replace the gearbox/diff oils every 20-30 00kms. The sooner you do it - the better though. IF you don't drive on dirt roads that often you can stretch the life of the air filter to 20 000kms - again always better to do it sooner than later. Doing the timing chain is one of the most important things you can do on the Lada - don't forget to do it. Marius
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Post by ronnie on Jul 20, 2011 17:28:14 GMT 2
Hi Zelda
One thing I should mention is the only replacement air filter that is suitable for the Niva is the CA4354. There has been some discussion on this subject but I agree with Ventz on this one. The other filter commonly used is AG380, which I consider totally unsuitable for the Niva filter housing.
Ronnie
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Post by marius on Jul 20, 2011 21:16:25 GMT 2
Currently I still use the AG380 filter as I have no issues with the fit. Ronnie and other have been complaining that it is quite a loose fit and that it even rattles!?
With my next service interval I will most definitely have a look at the CA4354 filter compared to the AG380.
Marius
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Nikki Lada
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Post by Nikki Lada on Jul 20, 2011 21:52:24 GMT 2
Well done Zelda - you are obviously feeling very pleased with yourself and so you should be!! ;D ;D
NIKKI
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Post by ronnie on Jul 21, 2011 8:47:57 GMT 2
Hi Marius You may have missed Ventz`s post on the AG380 where he confirmed that it was not suitable for the Niva due to not sealing properly. If you look at it it has a hard top and bottom, which requires a rubber gasket to allow it to seal properly. You will see the difference when you buy the other one. The AG380 may be one of the reasons why so many Niva`s have their engine rebuilt at low mileages. (mine included). Ronnie
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