Warning: Gas Pedal Broken - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

emmvette · 08-13-2017

During a 1 mile run at the SORC this weekend, my gas pedal broke about 140 mph and fell off to the side. I didn't realize what had happened during the run, it startled me and I hit the rev limiter. That was my first and only run of the day since my pedal was broke. Still was able to get 167.8 mph by pushing over and down at what was left of my pedal assembly. Next year will be a faster run assuming no issues. I carry spare parts but never thought about this one.

The pedal assembly has a plastic part that attaches it to the firewall / floor. After getting home today and doing a little internet research looks like this has happened to plenty of people, usually during a hard acceleration. The plastic piece is brittle and breaks. You may want to check yours for slop and replace if needed.

At least my gas pedal didn't get stuck under the brake pedal!

Here is a link to the only place I could find making a quality replacement for the plastic part:
http://www.uniquecutting.com/products/

On a side note the SORC event is extremely well put on and a ton of fun. Highly recommended!

08-13-2017	#1
emmvette Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Central Iowa Posts: 188	Warning: Gas Pedal Broken During a 1 mile run at the SORC this weekend, my gas pedal broke about 140 mph and fell off to the side. I didn't realize what had happened during the run, it startled me and I hit the rev limiter. That was my first and only run of the day since my pedal was broke. Still was able to get 167.8 mph by pushing over and down at what was left of my pedal assembly. Next year will be a faster run assuming no issues. I carry spare parts but never thought about this one. The pedal assembly has a plastic part that attaches it to the firewall / floor. After getting home today and doing a little internet research looks like this has happened to plenty of people, usually during a hard acceleration. The plastic piece is brittle and breaks. You may want to check yours for slop and replace if needed. At least my gas pedal didn't get stuck under the brake pedal! Here is a link to the only place I could find making a quality replacement for the plastic part: http://www.uniquecutting.com/products/ On a side note the SORC event is extremely well put on and a ton of fun. Highly recommended!