Does anyone know how to remove the dead pedal from the MINI S. I would like to re-positon it so it is of some use, I have short legs and can't reach it in it's current position.
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If your feet can operate the pedals, they can definitely reach the dead pedal.

Are you pulling our leg? :smile:

 

I agree the dead pedal is too low

 

Strap a bar of soap to your foot – in the wrapper of course.

 

>>Strap a bar of soap to your foot – in the wrapper of course.

Great idea for in the car, except now I walk with a pronounced limp, and I don't feel Irish Spring clean anymore.

Actually, I think the reason we get a useless dead pedal is because the fuse panel is just to the left of the dead pedal area. If they gave you a proper pedal you couldn't access the fuses. Anything you do would have to be readily removable for service.
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>>Actually, I think the reason we get a useless dead pedal is because the fuse panel is just to the left of the dead pedal area. If they gave you a proper pedal you couldn't access the fuses. Anything you do would have to be readily removable for service.

Yes, its only about 3/4 of an inch better than completely useless. I though the idea was to have a place *close* to the clutch, where you could brace your left foot. With the pedal where it is, I might as well be resting my foot on the floor (except for that 3/4 of an inch lift).

Maybe some after market folks could make a removeable extension that fits over it?

 

I like the dead pedal position! It's right at the height of the clutch depressed, which is my preference. It's comfy for interstate driving, 'cuz my leg is less cramped.

works for me
Cheers,
Ryan

 

>>I like the dead pedal position! It's right at the height of the clutch depressed, which is my preference. It's comfy for interstate driving, 'cuz my leg is less cramped.
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I must say, I'm a fan too. Would rather have my leg extended to rest it.

 

Although I personally like the position of the dead pedal, its removal is very simple. There is a slot at the edge of the oval shaped insert. Just gently pry the insert off with a small screwdriver and you will be in a position to unscrew the base from the car. You're on your own as to how to get it closer in a secure way so as not to interfere with mats or the existing pedals. Hope that helps.

 

>>Although I personally like the position of the dead pedal, its removal is very simple. There is a slot at the edge of the oval shaped insert. Just gently pry the insert off with a small screwdriver and you will be in a position to unscrew the base from the car. You're on your own as to how to get it closer in a secure way so as not to interfere with mats or the existing pedals. Hope that helps.

Thanks. My recollection of a dead pedal, from back in the day, is that it was literally a dead pedal, next to the clutch. When driving hard, it was used to brace the left foot close to the raised position of the clutch. This allows the driver to brace himself (or herself), while cornering, and also reduces the time to get to, and depress, the clutch. When driving leisurely, the left foot can be rested on the floor.

I see the problem with fuse panel access. So any solution would have to be removable, but I'll think on it.

 

>>Thanks. My recollection of a dead pedal, from back in the day, is that it was literally a dead pedal, next to the clutch. When driving hard, it was used to brace the left foot close to the raised position of the clutch. This allows the driver to brace himself (or herself), while cornering, and also reduces the time to get to, and depress, the clutch. When driving leisurely, the left foot can be rested on the floor.
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>>I see the problem with fuse panel access. So any solution would have to be removable, but I'll think on it.

There was a fellow some time back who bought an aftermarket pedal but I never saw any followup how he mounted it so that it would be easily removed. If you have a clever, simple solution I would welcome hearing it. Using the "bar of soap" solution suggested earlier is raising eyebrows amongst my more conventional neighbors.

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Finally - An intelligent answer, thank you very much. I should have examined the pedal closer, I didn't notice the small notch..worked great.
I have fabricated a two inch block to fit under the pedal, works fine and doesn't block access to the fuse panel.
Thanks again for your help..

 

I glued two pieces of 2 x 4 together (I found one 2 x 4 wasn't thick enough) and angled at the bottom (about 45 degrees) to line up with the floor. I used velcro tape on the back to attach it to the old dead pedal and put no-slip tape on top for aesthetics and function. Oh, I spray painted the sides black. You can't tell it is there and it can be removed if necessary. It has been in about 3 months and I find no reason to remove it. My short legged bride loves it and I've found it better, too.



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I had the same problem and my solution was when I got my sparco pedals I ordered oneextra gas pedal an fitted on top of the existing dead pedal, Looks uniform with my need pedals and also is about one inch and a half higher.