DIY SRP pedal install

[ansibe]

Awesome guys! Thanks for the advice.
Since I'll have to buy screws for my Sparco pedal, about how long were the screws? I'm guessing 1/2 inch or so?

[EAGLE5]

They were 1/2" or slightly shorter. Self-tapping and flat-headed with the bevel into the threads.

[Traktor]

I just moved from Australia, where I had a RHD 86 to the USA where I now have a LHD BRZ. I had no problem heel-toing back home, but with the switch to LHD I have found the heel-toe technique I used back home doesn't work as well because my heel is obstructed by the transmission tunnel.


I am going to look into this, it looks like a worthwhile mod.

[ansibe]

I installed my sparco pedal and I can hardly believe what a difference it makes. Thanks for the help everyone.

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[neilvosko]

did this mod, here is the reference to OEM pedal.

[canyons]

Just did the full set myself.

"Pyramid Grid" texture in black from SRP.



Installation notes :

[a] removing dead pedal is a PITA. Pop out the large circles first,they are actually push-in connectors (like bumper connectors). I used a pick.

[b] cut along underside of all four edges with razor blade or exacto blade. Take you time, go slowly, separate the glue from the oem pedal. You will lose a little carpet but that's fine, it will be hidden.

[c] You will end up with the OEM hole on the carpet, plus whatever extra you cut away in the removal process. This hole should be much smaller than your new dead pedal. Under the carpet is a small wedge of Styrofoam that will absolutely get in your way and will complicate drilling the new holes. I recommend tossing it, your choice. My OEM dead pedal actually squeaked due to the styrofoam.

[d] Depending on how much the appearance matters to you, you can cover the carpet hole with some wide black tape (I had black Gorilla tape handy).

[e] mark new hole locations and drill in two increments, start with a small bit such as 1/16" per SRP instructions. Then go up to your larger size. I used a 9/64" final size after measuring the screws provided by SRP.

[f] Clutch and brake pedal covers come with inexplicably long bolts and jam nuts. You may need to shorten one or more of the bolts to clear the arm of the pedal. 5/8" length on the bolts was plenty for clutch and brake covers.

[g] optional: I wanted longer screws than the stock shorties provided by SRP. They only supplied three per pedal and that did not inspire confidence. So I sourced some 3/4" black screws in a compatible diameter from my local hardware store ( yes they stock black machine screws, who knew) The 3/4" screws gave very strong anchoring for both dead pedal and gas. See note below.

[h] optional: I kept the factory gas pedal intact because I wanted it a little higher for better heel and toe. So I covered the oem pedal with a trimmed up piece of Gorilla tape (black) and then mounted the SRP cover right on top using some 3/4" black screws. Worked great.

[DomozitoLK]

Originally Posted by canyons

Just did the full set myself.

[a] removing dead pedal is a PITA. Pop out the large circles first,they are actually push-in connectors (like bumper connectors). I used a pick.

For all you guys who have removed the metal factory OEM dead pedal...anyone have one in good condition you want to sell? I'm in San Jose, CA.

Let me know...thanks!

Rob

[86prime]

Originally Posted by smbstyle

One question when removing and then installing the pedal - what are the factory torque specs for the 10mm bolts?

Verus says 6 ft-lb

[Scargod]

Originally Posted by smbstyle

One question when removing and then installing the pedal - what are the factory torque specs for the 10mm bolts?

Most 6mm bolts, with 10mm hex heads are 56 inch pounds.
Don't listen to people who tell you to just wing-it until you have years of experience. Smaller bolts, like 6mm's, are easy to strip or break.
This is torque specs for an STI. They would generally apply to other Subarus.