We make tuning UAZ 452 “Loaf” for hunting and fishing with our own hands - options and photos

This utility vehicle is characterized by increased reliability, good off-road capability and adaptability to extreme operation. But going out just to nature is not the same as going fishing or hunting, especially for a few days. For these purposes, the UAZ 452 itself, often referred to as a “loaf”, and its interior are not entirely suitable, first of all, in terms of practicality, convenience and comfort.

Let's figure out how to properly tune the UAZ 452 "Loaf", what to take into account, change, modernize in its design so that it best suits local conditions and the specifics of the application. And most importantly - what can be done on their own, and if with the involvement of professionals, then only for individual works.

Camouflage body color

Standard tinting options do not differ in variety. In order to “disguise” the UAZ 452 as much as possible, you need to have only a spray gun and some paint on hand. Since camouflage is done seasonally and needs to be changed regularly, the cheapest composition is sufficient. In this case, the issues of layer reliability, coating durability, and similar nuances are irrelevant.

Experienced anglers and hunters advise to strengthen the body a little before painting. Driving on rough terrain, in a rut, especially in conditions of poor visibility - all this is fraught with numerous blows to the lower part of the side of stones, tree roots, stumps, and so on. Gradual deformation of the metal will lead to its destruction, including as a result of progressive corrosion. Sheets of aluminum attached to the "loaf" at the bottom (about half a meter) will cost much less than its repair and complete repainting.

Power bumper

These protective elements of the machine are attached to the front and rear. According to experts, they provide maximum safety when driving off-road. It will take a little - metal (sheet steel, channel or pipes, depending on the design) and polymer paint.

And you can do all this yourself, without contacting a car service.

Mirror protection

The expediency of installing such gratings is obvious. Any large branch - and you will have to change the glass or align the holder (and then, if you can do it).

Winch

You definitely can't do without it. It is hardly worth hoping for someone's help away from settlements and roads. Winches with a force of 4 tons or more are suitable for UAZ 452 (taking into account the load of the machine). A good option is a device from Comeupwinch (DV-9 series). Its reliability has been tested many times, and with proper installation, the mechanism will function flawlessly for decades.

It is worth paying attention to the winch cable. It is advisable to replace the existing metal one with a Kevlar one (for example, Amsteel Blue of the American company Samson or similar). It is lighter, stronger and safer to use.

Trunk

When going out into nature, a hunter and fisherman need a lot. Loading everything into the salon, if there are people in it, will not work. What to do with tents, boats , sleeping bags and the rest. The best solution is to place the UAZ 452 on the roof.

Lighting

Even if a rotary headlight is included in the factory package, then it will not be enough when going out into the countryside. One of the good solutions for additional lighting is the installation of an LED panel on the roof of the “loaf”. For example, "VisionX" modification of X-Mitter (shown in the photo). It will provide good visibility for at least 250 m.

Or do so.

You can make a bracket from pipes, and it is not difficult to fix it.

Tuning salon UAZ 452

Interior decoration

One of the budget options is to fix moisture-resistant plywood over the skin. It will somewhat insulate the body of the "loaf" and improve the quality of its sound insulation. At the request of the owner, other materials can be used. For example, roll foam with foil. The choice is large.

Backlight

It is advisable to install a couple of LED spotlights or one small panel on the ceiling, since regular lighting will obviously not be enough.

Furnishings

A few examples are enough to understand how you can improve the interior design of the UAZ 452.

The problem of storing utensils, various utensils, accessories and other small items, which is indispensable for hunting and fishing, is completely solved with such tuning. Naturally, it is better to make a folding table, the tabletop of which is attached to the wall during the movement of the “loaf”.

Heater

Judging by the reviews of many hunters and fishermen, the Webasto installation has proven itself well. With a power of 4 kW, it is enough to ensure a comfortable temperature in the cabin, even in winter. Although a home-made "potbelly stove" is a good solution to the problem.

It is desirable to zone the salon. In this case, the rear compartment can be used as a small luggage compartment. For example, hunters will be able to store weapons there, fishermen - their gear.

It should be taken into account that both fish and game are also smells that penetrate the salon. To level them, the rear compartment can be equipped like this.

The UAZ 452 will not hurt in the cabin and the acoustic system, which is quite simple to mount.

The article discusses only some of the tuning options in preparing the "loaf" for fishing or hunting. It all depends on the capabilities of its owner and imagination. You can still make a number of other improvements.

Alteration is extremely useful, especially when driving long distances.

There are also more complex options. For example, "raise" the car, at the same time replacing the rubber, thereby increasing the track.

If there is little time before the planned departure or you are a pessimist and do not exclude the onset of the Apocalypse in the near future, then you can not bother with independent “tuning”. Many of the “loaf” improvements described in this article are feasible by purchasing the necessary spare parts. For example, in the UAZ online store

Think, decide, do - and your UAZ 452 will become a real camper for a hunter and a fisherman.