Guest ThunderPony Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 Hello. This may be a silly question. but I'm stumped. The gas pedal on my '67 Oldsmobile 98 hearse came off yesterday. and I can't figure out how to stick it back on. It was anchored at the base on two pins with rounded heads coming up through the floor. The pedal was fastened to these pins somehow. What do I need to do to stick it back on there? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 If it's anything like earlier 60's GM cars, there should be two holes in the base of the pedal that just press on. After this long the rubber in the pedal dries out and doesn't want to grip any longer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ThunderPony Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 (edited) Yes, there are two large rounded holes at the base of the pedal, correlating with the pins, but no obvious way to get the pins to stay in the holes. The rubber really doesn't seem to be in bad shape. Is it supposed to just suck on there if I press hard enough? If that doesn't work anymore, is there a good adhesive that would keep it anchored while not restricting the necessary pivoting? Edited May 24, 2011 by ThunderPony (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 This is a shot in the dark, but is it possible that you aren't pressing them down firmly enough? Maybe you could try a rubber mallet or a hammer with a piece of wood. I seem to remember changing mine out when I installed new carpet on my 63 Wildcat and that it was a tight fit. I would be leery of using any glue for fear it wouldn't be removable later...like if you wanted to change the carpet.Try the hammer trick first then maybe use an epoxy glue as a last resort. I wouldn't think that glue would affect pedal operation.Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ThunderPony Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 I got it! I had to use my foot, and the right combination of swear words. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bofusmosby Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 On my 37 Pontiac, the large holes on the underside of the pedal have cracked, causing the pedal not to fasten firmly. In actuality, I know that I really need either a new pedal, or have mine rebuilt. Epoxy would be the last thing one should use on this. The pedal is designed so that when the pedal is pressed, the "ball and hole" will pivot. Epoxy would prevent this. My problem is, that on a few occasions, the accelerator has popped loose while driving, causing the accelorator to be "floored". Before taking my car back out on the road again, I was thinking of using a small amount of silicone sealant at these pivot points. This should still allow movement, and at least this should keep the pedal from popping off while driving, and still be removable if need be.Any opinions on this temporary fix idea? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty_OToole Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 You could use a small hinge from the hardware store and screw it to the pedal and to the floor. Many cars had this hinge arrangement. But really, the best answer is a new pedal if one is available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ply33 Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 ... Any opinions on this temporary fix idea?Aren't new gas pedals available for your car? Chrysler products of that era used the same setup and I know that replacement pedals are available for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bofusmosby Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 Aren't new gas pedals available for your car? Chrysler products of that era used the same setup and I know that replacement pedals are available for them.You you by chance have a source for them? Rusty, I hadn't thought of that. I would just hate the idea of having to drill holes in the car that didn't belong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 The mid 60's GM cars were rubber and hinged already. The balls were just in lieu of using screws. That'd be a bummer to have the 37 Pontiac's pedal pop off under Wide Open Throttle (purposely understated) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ply33 Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 You you by chance have a source for them? Rusty, I hadn't thought of that. I would just hate the idea of having to drill holes in the car that didn't belong.I'm not familiar with Pontiac, or even GM, specific parts vendors for that era but I do see that Steele Rubber offers re-vulcanizing services for 1937 Pontiac. At least their web site shows it.If you were dealing with a Chrysler Product, I'd point you to Andy Bernbaum Auto Parts: Interior rubber Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 47jag Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 Jim,What about a dab of RTV into the socket and then refit the pedal. The RTV will allow the pedal to flex and retain it on the pins.Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bofusmosby Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 Thank you Art. I already mentoned Silicone sealant, and I believe that RTV sealant is the same thing. Thats the only idea I can think of right now without the expense of having my pedal "re-done", or installing a hinge on the pedal and floor. That was my way of thinking that the silicone sealant (RTV) would still allow movement, and it could be easily removed in the future. Ah yes, great minds thank alike! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D Yaros Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 I got it! I had to use my foot, and the right combination of swear words. Thanks!As this is the "tehcnical" section of the forum, I believe the technical term for your installation method is 'jam with foot'? And, incidentally, that is the proper install procedure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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