Washburn's "Power Pedal" Accelerator Pedal Assembly — Silver, 1958+ VW Beetle, Ghia & Type 3 | #CH82

Washburn's Metal "Power Pedal" accelerator pedal assembly — silver version. A heavy-duty replacement for the original factory accelerator pedal on 1958 and later VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia, and Type 3. Bolts in as a direct replacement with factory mounting and provides the precise, responsive throttle feel that the old stamped-steel factory pedals have always lacked. Part #CH82.

Why we built the Power Pedal

The factory VW accelerator pedal is a thin, stamped-steel flap with a small contact area and minimal structure. After 50+ years, most original pedals are bent, sticky, or just feel vague — there's significant slop between the pedal and the throttle linkage, and the pedal itself flexes under foot pressure, which translates to inconsistent throttle response.

The Power Pedal replaces the stamped factory pedal with a robust, machined assembly featuring a Delrin roller and a heavier, more rigid pedal face. The result: noticeably crisper throttle feel, no flex, no stickiness, and a pedal that looks factory at a glance but performs far better.

Specifications

• Finish: Silver (Version 3)
• Roller: Delrin (low-friction, long-wearing engineering plastic)
• Construction: Heavy-duty machined assembly
• Country of origin: Made in USA
• Part number: #CH82 (Silver version)
• Manufacturer: Washburn's Metal

Fitment

• VW Beetle: 1958 onward (cars using the standard floor-pivot accelerator pedal)
• VW Karmann Ghia: 1958 onward
• VW Type 3 (Squareback, Fastback, Notchback): 1962–1973
• Super Beetle: confirm pedal cluster configuration before ordering

Pre-1958 note: Earlier Beetles used a slightly different pedal geometry — confirm your car's pedal mount before ordering for a pre-1958 application.

FAQ

Does it require any modification to my floor pan?
No. The Power Pedal bolts in using the existing factory pivot bracket location. If your factory pedal bracket is intact, the Power Pedal is a direct swap.

What's the difference between the Silver (#CH82) and Black (#CH81) versions?
Finish only. Mechanically identical. Silver is the brighter, more visible option that pairs well with polished or chrome interior trim; Black is the stealth/factory-look option.

Will I notice a difference in driving feel?
Yes, immediately. The Power Pedal eliminates the vagueness and stickiness of the factory pedal. Throttle inputs translate directly to engine response with no slop or flex.

Does the throttle cable hook up the same way?
Yes. The Power Pedal uses the same throttle cable attachment point as the factory pedal. No linkage modification required.

What's the Delrin roller for?
The roller is the contact point between the pedal arm and the floor pan, and it's where most of the wear happens on the factory pedal. Delrin is a low-friction, self-lubricating engineering plastic that won't wear out, doesn't need grease, and won't get sticky in cold weather like worn steel-on-steel pivots do.

Can I use this with my dune buggy or Manx?
If your buggy uses a stock VW pedal cluster (most do, since they're built from a VW pan), yes. Confirm your pedal pivot setup matches the stock VW configuration.

What if my factory bracket is missing or damaged?
We sell the #CH39 accelerator pedal bracket separately — that's the weld-in pivot bracket the pedal hinges from. If your bracket has rusted away, replace both.