{"product_id":"ch82-updated-accelerator-pedal-assembly-version-3","title":"Washburn's Power Pedal Accelerator Pedal Assembly | 1958+ VW Beetle, Ghia \u0026 Type 3 | Silver (#CH82)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWashburn's Power Pedal Accelerator Pedal Assembly — Silver, 1958+ VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia \u0026amp; Type 3 (#CH82)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003ePower Pedal\u003c\/b\u003e is a heavy-duty, machined replacement for the original factory accelerator pedal on 1958 and later VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia, and Type 3. It \u003cb\u003ebolts in as a direct replacement\u003c\/b\u003e using the factory mounting and delivers the precise, responsive throttle feel that the old stamped-steel factory pedals have always lacked. This is the \u003cb\u003esilver\u003c\/b\u003e finish version, Part #CH82.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory VW pedal is a thin, stamped-steel flap that goes bent, sticky, or vague after 50+ years, with noticeable slop and flex under foot. The Power Pedal replaces it with a rigid machined assembly and a \u003cb\u003eDelrin roller\u003c\/b\u003e for crisp throttle feel — no flex, no stickiness — while still looking factory at a glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1958 onward (cars using the standard floor-pivot accelerator pedal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1958 onward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3 (Squareback, Fastback, Notchback):\u003c\/b\u003e 1962–1973\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Super Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e Confirm pedal cluster configuration before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre-1958 note:\u003c\/b\u003e Earlier Beetles used a slightly different pedal geometry — confirm your car's pedal mount before ordering for a pre-1958 application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose Washburn's Metal?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWashburn's Metal builds the Power Pedal in the USA to fix a known factory weak point. It bolts to the existing pivot bracket, uses the same throttle-cable attachment, and eliminates the vagueness of the worn factory pedal without any floor-pan modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDirect bolt-in:\u003c\/b\u003e Uses the factory pivot bracket location — no floor-pan modification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrisper throttle feel:\u003c\/b\u003e Rigid machined assembly removes factory slop and flex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDelrin roller:\u003c\/b\u003e Low-friction, self-lubricating roller that won't wear out, need grease, or stick in cold weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBright finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Silver pairs well with polished or chrome interior trim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSame cable hookup:\u003c\/b\u003e Uses the factory throttle-cable attachment point — no linkage modification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Silver (Version 3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRoller:\u003c\/b\u003e Delrin (low-friction, long-wearing engineering plastic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-duty machined assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e #CH82 (Silver version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Washburn's Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes it require any modification to my floor pan?\u003c\/b\u003e No. The Power Pedal bolts in using the existing factory pivot bracket location. If your factory pedal bracket is intact, it's a direct swap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat's the difference between the Silver (#CH82) and Black (#CH81) versions?\u003c\/b\u003e Finish only. Mechanically identical. Silver is the brighter option that pairs well with polished or chrome interior trim; Black is the stealth\/factory-look option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill I notice a difference in driving feel?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, immediately. It eliminates the vagueness and stickiness of the factory pedal, so throttle inputs translate directly to engine response with no slop or flex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes the throttle cable hook up the same way?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. It uses the same throttle cable attachment point as the factory pedal. No linkage modification required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat's the Delrin roller for?\u003c\/b\u003e It's the contact point between the pedal arm and floor pan, where most factory wear happens. Delrin is low-friction and self-lubricating, so it won't wear out, need grease, or get sticky in cold weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCan I use this with my dune buggy or Manx?\u003c\/b\u003e If your buggy uses a stock VW pedal cluster (most do, since they're built from a VW pan), yes. Confirm your pedal pivot setup matches the stock VW configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat if my factory bracket is missing or damaged?\u003c\/b\u003e We sell the #CH39 accelerator pedal bracket separately — the weld-in pivot bracket the pedal hinges from. If your bracket has rusted away, replace both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your pedal cluster and interior refresh: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pedals-components\"\u003ePedals \u0026amp; Components\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/interior\"\u003eInterior\u003c\/a\u003e, and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/washburn-originals\"\u003eWashburn's Signature Series\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":44479543312499,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/CH8220251106_181047A.jpg?v=1763663357","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/ch82-updated-accelerator-pedal-assembly-version-3","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}