VW Beetle Accelerator Pedal Kit — EMPI Upgraded, Sealed Roller Bearing | Beetle & Super Beetle 1967–1979, Karmann Ghia (98-1093-0)
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EMPI Upgraded Accelerator Pedal Kit — Sealed Roller Bearing (98-1093-0)
Short answer: EMPI 98-1093-0 replaces the stock pedal, pad and arm with a stock-looking accelerator pedal that rides on a sealed long-life roller bearing, stopping pedal binding and throttle cable wear. It fits 1967–1979 VW Beetles and 1971–1979 Super Beetles with the August 1967-on floor-hinged pedal, plus 1967–1974 Ghias and 1973–1974 Things (dealer-listed). The hinge pivot hole must be drilled slightly larger.
Part numbers: EMPI 98-1093-0 (short 1093). UPC 707924431490. Dealer-cited OE references: 111 721 507F / 111721507F / 111-721-507F (accelerator pedal), 113 798 507 / 113798507 / 113-798-507 (pedal repair kit).
Vehicle Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1967–1979 | VW Beetle | Type 1 from 08/1967 (EMPI) |
| 1971–1979 | VW Super Beetle | EMPI |
| 1967–1974 | VW Karmann Ghia | Dealer-listed, three dealers agree |
| 1973–1974 | VW Thing | Dealer-listed |
| 1967–1971 | Dune buggy on VW pan | 08/1967–07/1971 pan (EMPI) |
| 1968–1979 | Baja Bug | From 08/1968 (EMPI) |
| Does not fit | Cars built before August 1967 | Different pedal and hinge; see EMPI 98-7088-B for 1958–1966 |
| Not confirmed | Type 3, Type 2 Bus | Bus uses a different pedal |
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part number | EMPI 98-1093-0 |
| Type | Accelerator pedal kit with sealed-bearing roller |
| Installation | Pivot hole in the stock pedal hinge plate must be drilled slightly larger (dealers quote 6.2mm) |
| Compatible with | EMPI Deluxe pedal assembly 00-4526-B (per EMPI) |
| UPC | 707924431490 |
| Country of origin | Mexico |
| Shipping weight | 1.1 lb |
| Package dimensions | 17.62 x 7.75 x 1.5 in |
What's Included
Included:
- Pedal
- Pedal pad
- EMPI arm with sealed long-life roller bearing
- Mounting hardware
Why It Matters
If a gas pedal sticks at the top, drops in steps, or feels gritty under your foot, the stock pedal arm and its roller are usually worn: they bind on the throttle cable and chew up the cable end. A free-turning sealed roller stops the side load that frays cables, and the kit mounts on the factory floor hinge plate so the pedal sits where your foot expects it.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect the accelerator cable at the pedal before you pull the old pedal off the hinge plate.
- Drill the hinge plate's pivot hole out to take the new pivot pin (dealers quote 6.2mm). Deburr it so the pin turns freely.
- Check the cable end where it rides on the roller. If it is frayed or kinked, replace the accelerator cable now.
- With the pedal on the floor, the carburetor throttle must reach wide open without the cable stretching. Adjust at the carburetor, then check that the pedal returns to idle on its own.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does the EMPI 98-1093-0 accelerator pedal fit a 1972 VW Beetle? Yes. EMPI lists it for all 1967–1979 Type 1 Beetles, including the Super Beetle, and 1972 falls in that range.
- Does the roller accelerator pedal kit fit a 1965 Beetle? No. The kit starts at the August 1967 (1968 model year) floor pedal cluster. Earlier cars use a different pedal and hinge; see the EMPI 98-7088-B repair kit for 1958–1966.
- Is the EMPI accelerator pedal kit a bolt-in? Almost. It mounts on the stock floor hinge plate, but the pivot hole in the hinge has to be drilled out slightly (dealers quote 6.2mm) to take the new pivot pin. Plan on a drill.
- Why does my VW gas pedal stick or feel jerky? A worn stock pedal arm binds and drags its roller against the throttle cable, which makes take-offs jerky and wears the cable. The sealed-bearing roller moves freely, so the pedal returns cleanly and the throttle feels smooth.
- What is in the 98-1093-0 kit? Pedal, pedal pad, EMPI arm with the sealed long-life roller bearing, and the mounting hardware.
- What is the part number? EMPI 98-1093-0 (short number 1093). UPC 707924431490.
Explore Related Categories
Finish the job with an air-cooled VW throttle cable, or browse VW Beetle Parts, Karmann Ghia Parts, Dune Buggy Parts and the full EMPI Parts catalog. Other pedal options: EMPI roller pedal 00-3160-0 and EMPI pedal kit 98-1027-B.
Prop 65 Warning
⚠ WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. All parts legal for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.
