I've got a new WC 427 that I'm in the process of modding. I'm interested in upgrading the stock pedals, and I'm looking for some input from those of you who have done this. Thanks.

 

http://www.eliteengineeringusa.com/C6_Pedals.html

Nuff said!

 

Elite Engineering pedals from Ed at http://www.nakidparts.com

 

Elite is the way to go!

 

Doesn't all that bare metal get slippery if you're shoes are wet when it's raining? Isn't there some pedals with some rubber pads on them to give them a little more grip?

 

I went with the Genuine Corvette Accessories (GCA) pedals. They have rubber squares on them and i got them from an auction site for $75 plus shipping. They have GCA markings all over the back of them. PM me if you would like.

 

Couldn't agree more. The best product from one of the best/most supportive vendors on the Forum. This our second C6 Vert and like number of Elite Engineering pedal kits. The feel and look are what GM should have done from the get go.

 

The stock brake and clutch pedal are already metal so the addition of the metal gas and dead pedal just adds to what is already there. I have not had any problems with my feet slipping.

 

Another view ( I have the wider heel/toe throttle pedal.)

 

I've been looking to do my gas pedal and possibly the dead pedal as well and I really like Elite Engineering products, but I'm concerned about the look of their pedals. I don't think they look the same design-wise as the brake/clutch. Notice how the gas pedal has squared edges and the brake/clutch are rounded?

Has anyone tried the pedals from Corvette Central? It looks like the gas pedal is a closer match to the brake/clutch in my opinion. I'm just concerned about the fit since I have not heard anything about them...but they are cheap enough!

C6 Pedals

 

Anyone does correct heel and toe (not using the side of the foot) with the Elite? Comment please!

 

I haven't tried the Elite pedal(s) but I can't imagine they're going to change the geometry of the pedal locations. I have to roll my right foot only to 'heel/toe.' I can't dig my heel deep enough to properly heel/toe the way the pedals are in the C6. I saved a mod one guy did years ago where he shimmed the gas pedal...that seemed to work for him.

 

Got mine from corvettepartz.com. Here is a tip I did by removing the stock plastic gas pedal since it is a real PITA!! I just jerked it side to side until the plastic broke and removed the metal pin.

 

go with the genuine corvette parts upgrade pedals. they'll all match, unlike the ones above, they have rubber on them for non-slip use. yes they cost a little more, but heck, you've got a wc-427.

http://www.gmpartshouse.com/c6partslist.html

 

I got the same pedal originally from another vendor and they in no way compare to the quality of the Elite pedal. For one thing, they use the same goofy press-fit pin that you take out in the first place. Elite does it right with a shoulder bolt.

After having my own battle with trying to get that pedal and pin back in I gave up and ordered the Elite pedal. The install was a piece of cake to the pedal you have shown here. My opinion FWIW.

 

If you use a C-clamp and an open ended socket, the pin removes without much effort.

 

I like that look a little better than the Elite set. Do you know if there is a matching dead pedal available? From the GM parts list link you provided, it only looks as if they offer the 3. Not a deal breaker, but a matching DP would look great.

 

no dead pedal. forgot to mention that these are a very quick and easy install.

 

Another vote for the EE pedals.

 

Had both the GM and Elite pedal setups.

If you like the look, the GM setup is a more professional installation, easier to install, and more comfortable to drive. It will also give you the rubber cushion that you are seeking.

The Elite give you a different look. In real life they actually look like they match the hole style of the existing GM aluminum pedals better than you might think.

However, be wary of the Elite pedals. They are OK. But they are pitched on this forum like they are the greatest thing since sliced bread, and they are not.

In spite of the instructions from Elite, unless your car is already falling apart the only practical way to install the Elite gas pedal is to remove the pedal assembly (the entire part that GM gives you for the accelerator) and take the existing pedal off by knocking the pin out with a punch and hammer.

That is pretty easy if you start out knowing what has to be done. But Elite doesn't point that out and none of their other pedal removal suggestions work reliably. Their instructions just make the project an unnecessary mess and irreversible if you don't like it.

Once installed, the Elite gas pedal is a nice looking piece, but not too comfortable if you are barefoot at the beach.

No dead pedal from GM may be an improvement over what Elite gives you. The stock C6 dead pedal winds up kind of blending in with the other pedals that GM supplies.

If you see it actually installed in the car, the Elite dead pedal looks like it is left over from some other application. It is the wrong size to cover the C6 dead pedal (way too short). And the corner radius is completely wrong for the existing C6 dead pedal - it looks like an unrelated piece of aluminum with round corners stuck on a piece of plastic with square corners if you install it by centering it on the existing.

Take a close look at the pictures above. The Elite dead pedal is basically an afterthought. Might even be just a piece of aluminum left over from a C5. However, if you don't actually look right at it, it looks OK at first glance.

So choose whatever style you like and the pedal kits will look nice. The GM setup is more professional, but if you screw around enough with the Elite it will look passable.