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kcox2010 · 10-16-2013, 11:49 AM

Need help Install new zl1 brake and clutch pedal cover tried bake and heat and no luck very aggravated

Dr.Spike · 10-17-2013, 12:34 AM

Try soaking the covers in hot soapy water before trying to install them.

Camaroshark · 10-21-2013, 07:36 PM

I used a very small, thin screwdriver and WD-40. Sprayed the rubber on the inside and coated screwdriver. Work 3 sides in (bottom and sides) and then work the tiny screwdriver in the top corners to pry the rubber end on the top up and over and work it to the middle...doing a little kind of crow bar action while pushing up at the bottom of the pedal to let it have a little "give".

RatedZ · 11-02-2013, 01:07 AM

I tried several suggestions and I found that the brake (and clutch) covers are rubber with a metal plate over them that is glued. I simply dipped them in hot water, seperated the rubber cover from the metal cover, installed the rubber cover in 10 seconds and reglued the metal cover. It was super simple.

domano 68 · 04-03-2014, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by RatedZ

I tried several suggestions and I found that the brake (and clutch) covers are rubber with a metal plate over them that is glued. I simply dipped them in hot water, seperated the rubber cover from the metal cover, installed the rubber cover in 10 seconds and reglued the metal cover. It was super simple.

What type of glue did you use?

RatedZ · 04-04-2014, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by domano 68

What type of glue did you use?

Gorilla Glue Gel. Been on for a while with zero issues.

domano 68 · 04-04-2014, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by RatedZ

Gorilla Glue Gel. Been on for a while with zero issues.

Cool, thanks!

Anyone who is getting these pedals, separate the aluminum cover from the rubber pad by heating with hair dryer - then slowly remove aluminum from rubber - put rubber pad on pedal - then re-glue aluminum on installed rubber pad. 100% easier!! Using this method makes the gas pedal the most difficult of the 3 pedals by far.

mikes02ls1 · 08-14-2023, 07:51 PM

Going to try separating the metal from the rubber. Cause these pedal pads are whooping my ass. Tried lube on the inside and small flat head and no luck. Ugh

Pxk15 · 04-11-2024, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by mikes02ls1

Going to try separating the metal from the rubber. Cause these pedal pads are whooping my ass. Tried lube on the inside and small flat head and no luck. Ugh

I know this thread is dated, but any tips on how you installed them? I just ordered a set.

Thanks

10-16-2013, 11:49 AM	#1
kcox2010 synergy2011 Drives: 2011 synergy green 1ss/rs Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: wheatfield NY Posts: 2,278	Zl1 pedal covers?? Need help Install new zl1 brake and clutch pedal cover tried bake and heat and no luck very aggravated __________________ 2011 synergy green ss/rs,rally stripes

10-21-2013, 07:36 PM	#3
Camaroshark Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS RJT, 6speed Join Date: May 2011 Location: South Florida Posts: 887 View My Garage	I used a very small, thin screwdriver and WD-40. Sprayed the rubber on the inside and coated screwdriver. Work 3 sides in (bottom and sides) and then work the tiny screwdriver in the top corners to pry the rubber end on the top up and over and work it to the middle...doing a little kind of crow bar action while pushing up at the bottom of the pedal to let it have a little "give". __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS, LS3 - 6 speed. Mods, Magnaflow exhaust with resonator delete. ******** 12" stealth box subwoofer kit, Kicker 400 mono amp, JL XD 400/4 amp.

08-14-2023, 07:51 PM	#8
mikes02ls1 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Casa Grande Posts: 26	Going to try separating the metal from the rubber. Cause these pedal pads are whooping my ass. Tried lube on the inside and small flat head and no luck. Ugh __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS. Triple black and slow at the moment. Lowered with a 1LE 3.91 gears, brake cooling ducts. It’s a canyon carver.

10-17-2013, 12:34 AM	#2
Dr.Spike Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 (IOM) Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Sun Prairie, WI Posts: 100 View My Garage	Try soaking the covers in hot soapy water before trying to install them.

11-02-2013, 01:07 AM	#4
RatedZ Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Overthere Posts: 527	I tried several suggestions and I found that the brake (and clutch) covers are rubber with a metal plate over them that is glued. I simply dipped them in hot water, seperated the rubber cover from the metal cover, installed the rubber cover in 10 seconds and reglued the metal cover. It was super simple.