EMPI Roller Accelerator Pedal | VW Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 & Thing | Smooth Throttle, Black (00-3160-0)

EMPI VW Roller Accelerator Pedal — Smooth Throttle Upgrade, Black (00-3160-0)

Upgrade your driving experience with the classic roller pedal. Designed to eliminate the friction and pivot-point resistance common with stock VW accelerator pedals, this roller-style unit lets your foot glide across the throttle smoothly.

By replacing the standard pedal with a high-durability roller, you gain significantly better throttle modulation — especially valuable for off-road applications where foot bounce causes jerky acceleration, or high-performance street cars where precise RPM control matters. The black finish gives a clean, competition-ready look in any cockpit.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Beetle: 1954–1979 (Standard and Super Beetle)
• VW Karmann Ghia: 1956–1974
• VW Type 3: 1962–1973 (Notchback, Squareback, Fastback)
• VW Thing: 1973–1974
• Off-Road: Sand Rails, Dune Buggies, and Baja Bugs

Key Features & Benefits

• Smooth Action: High-quality roller wheel eliminates stutter during acceleration.
• Heavy-Duty Construction: Built for off-road racing and daily street use.
• Ergonomic Design: Reduces foot fatigue on long drives.
• Clean Look: Sleek black roller with a polished steel lever arm.
• Easy Upgrade: Direct replacement for most floor-mounted pedal clusters.

Technical Specifications

• Type: Roller-style accelerator pedal
• Finish: Black roller with polished steel lever arm
• Fitment: Floor-mounted pedal cluster
• Manufacturer: EMPI
• Part Number: 00-3160-0

Frequently Asked Questions

• How does a roller pedal help? The roller wheel eliminates friction and stutter for smoother throttle modulation — great for off-road foot-bounce and precise street control.
• Will it fit my Beetle or Ghia? Yes — it's a universal upgrade for floor-mounted pedals on the Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Type 3, and Thing, plus sand rails, dune buggies, and Baja Bugs.
• Is it a bolt-in? It's a direct replacement for most floor-mounted pedal clusters.

Installation

• Because this pedal changes the contact point of your foot, check your throttle cable adjustment after installation to confirm you still reach full wide-open throttle (WOT) at the carburetor.

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