{"product_id":"vw-accelerator-pedal-repair-kit-beetle-ghia-type-3-thing-98-7088-b","title":"EMPI Accelerator Pedal Repair Kit | VW Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 \u0026 Thing | Zinc-Plated Rebuild (98-7088-B)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI VW Accelerator Pedal Rebuild \u0026amp; Repair Kit — Zinc-Plated (98-7088-B)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring precision back to your throttle assembly with this comprehensive Accelerator Repair Kit. Designed specifically for the air-cooled Volkswagen \u003cb\u003efloor-mounted pedal cluster\u003c\/b\u003e, this kit replaces the most common wear items that cause slop, side-to-side play, and sticking throttle cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're performing a full chassis restoration or routine maintenance, replacing these high-friction components ensures your engine responds exactly when you want it to. All components are \u003cb\u003ezinc-plated\u003c\/b\u003e for corrosion resistance and long-term durability against road grime and moisture.\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 1966–1979 (Standard and Super Beetle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1973 (Notchback, Squareback, Fastback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Thing:\u003c\/b\u003e 1973–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete Wear-Item Kit:\u003c\/b\u003e Replaces the common pivot and tension parts that cause pedal slop and sticking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCorrosion Protection:\u003c\/b\u003e Zinc-plated steel for a long service life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFactory-Style Fit:\u003c\/b\u003e Direct replacement for the floor-mounted pedal cluster.\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 Zinc-plated steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKit Contents:\u003c\/b\u003e 1x pedal hinge pin (main pivot), 1x accelerator pedal roller, 1x return spring, 1x S-link \/ lever arm, 2x retention washers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFitment:\u003c\/b\u003e Floor-mounted pedal cluster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 98-7088-B\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\u003eWhat's included in this kit?\u003c\/b\u003e A pedal hinge pin, accelerator pedal roller, return spring, S-link\/lever arm, and two retention washers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill this fit my Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — it fits the floor-mounted pedal assemblies in the Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Type 3, and Thing (see fitment years above).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre the parts corrosion-resistant?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — all components are zinc-plated for corrosion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile the assembly is apart, clean the pedal cluster base thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a small amount of high-quality lithium grease to the hinge pin and the roller path to reduce future wear and improve pedal feel.\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\u003eRefresh your cockpit: browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pedals-components\"\u003ePedals \u0026amp; Components\u003c\/a\u003e, more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/interior\"\u003eInterior\u003c\/a\u003e parts, and our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAir-Cooled VW\u003c\/a\u003e catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44889854935155,"sku":"98-7088-B","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/98-7088-B-500x483.jpg?v=1776955883","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/vw-accelerator-pedal-repair-kit-beetle-ghia-type-3-thing-98-7088-b","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}