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Usually, when long trips, hands that are unsupported tired. To do this, and need armrests that provide convenience and drivers and passengers. But for this device, there are security requirements. For VAZ 2107, there are many models of armrests, but despite all the attractive accessories on the shelf or in a box, in the prescribed form, they put it mildly, do not look. But this can not be attributed to all models as a whole. For example, arm rests, without a box looks great, and the additional possibility of raising provides additional scope and increases the space, making this a win-win option. In turn, the armrests are very comfortable with a box of its spaciousness. For example, for storing gloves. Because of this, the demand for such increases armrests. The average cost of this enhancement is about $ 20, which translated into the Russian currency is about 600 rubles. Those people whose hands can be considered as gold, may well themselves to build similar object. In order to properly outline drawing, you need to calculate all sizes, ranging from the distance between the seats. Even the absolutely identical machines available in different figures. Get comfortable, it should be noted the level of paralytic elbow. This is necessary in order to subsequently cap was raised to 3 cm above. Putting the car on the handbrake, measure the distance from the handle lever of the brake to the rear passenger seat backrest. Measurements of boxing needs to have sitting right rear passenger was not bruising on his left leg, as usually the driver's seat is more push back than the front passenger seat. In carrying out such elementary calculations, convenience will be ensured not only the driver, but all people in his car. Also need to fasten your seat belt and in a position to measure the distance that will seamlessly secure and release the belt. Sami catches the transfer belt can not in any way. If your car seat installed by other manufacturers, it is necessary to reflect on the sketch, all data on the location of the belt. But we should remember that the most convenient are five-point safety belts. All the preparatory drawings are ready and it should bring the final calculations, which will help to create his own armrest. Do not forget in his sketches of the fixtures, as well as about what it will look better than sloping front end than any other. Semi-finished foundation should make pyatimillimetrovoy plywood. From it you need to cut all the components of the box, namely: front and rear end parts, a lid, bottom and front wall of the armrest, and the side walls. That the front end part has a sloping, you must bend it over the steam, and just as soon as it cools, it should cut the connectors for the parking brake. This should be done to become soft plywood and plastic, and move the handbrake became fluent. Cementing all the details together with screws and bars, you get almost ready armrest for your car. Start with a face you can after you have marked the holes for the possible switch and cigarette lighter. Bottom of the design, usually glued over a thin layer of foam rubber, then on the arm and jacket.

Opted for the flagship, you get the best combination of price and "amount" of the car. Technically serviceable and well maintained "Lexus LS400" costs from $ 10.000-11.000. For this money you can find quite a decent copy of 1994-1995, the release. Note, however, that further service "LS400" on the company's service will require tangible costs. Inspection should begin with the bodywork. Officially, the manufacturer gave a six-year warranty against rust. In fact, so far no one has ever seen "Lexus" with spots of rust. As always, the exception may be cars, poorly repaired after the accident. Engine "LS400" - a magnitude kolepnye specifications and decent reliability. Weaknesses had virtually none. Of course, the longevity of the engine involves regular maintenance at authorized dealers, under the rules - after every 10.000 km. In this range, changing oil and filters. After 40.000 km of upgraded brake and coolant, and oil in automatic transmission and rear axle gearbox. Incidentally, if you miss the deadline changing the cooling liquid, as a consequence, can easily be damaged water pump. Repairs will cost nearly $ 500. Timing belts ($ 260 with rollers) and auxiliary drives are updated every 100.000 km, along with the obligatory cleaning of the radiator. However, it draws on the $ 240. When viewed from the machine, note the power: it should be dry. Seepage from the pump Gura can finish off the generator, which is located just below. Time bought a set of seals and gaskets to repair the pump] booster (it costs $ 30sch saves you from having to spend $ 1.000 to replace gsch oscillator. Suspension and transmission "Lexus LS400", as a rule, no surprises are not presented with - they are reliable and require moderate repair costs. The only "narrow" place in the chassis - rear pin. Bi this detail the rear suspension completely sealed bearing wheel hub, the two silent-block faiths? them leverage and ABS sensor rear wheels. silentblocks wear usually after 150.000 km. To replace they have to buy a new trunnion ($ 280), wheel bearing ($ 150), two upper arm ($ 220 apiece) and a sensor ABS ($ 230). And the work is estimated at $ 300. However, in fairness, we note that some owners "Lexus I LS400 "to run more than 200.000 km replace the node has not yet accounted for.