67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

[Gerard F.]

Think I finally got a set of correct ones, after two previous tries:



The ones below are the originals from my late 67.

Any comments?

[Dale S.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

I think you got em, looks like my originals. Dale

[Joel F.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

Jerry,

Next question: where?

PM if you are uncomfortable recommending vendors.

Thanks,
Joel

[Gerard F.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

Joel,

I got them from Noah Performance on ebay, but I think they are the same from CC or Paragon. Not sure where I got the other two sets, but I thought I'd post these with the originals, for the record.

[Joe L.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

Joel,

I got them from Noah Performance on ebay, but I think they are the same from CC or Paragon. Not sure where I got the other two sets, but I thought I'd post these with the originals, for the record.

Jerry-----


Actually, I think the corners of the originals had a slightly greater radius to them. In fact, I think I can even see that in your originals.

[Ernie F.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

Hi Joe,

The originals get distorted from being pushed on. The top set is correct; I have an original NOS one that I keep on hand as a check part. It helps my store make sure parts are what they should be, and/or gives us a reference point for comparison.

Ernie

[Joe L.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

Hi Joe,

The originals get distorted from being pushed on. The top set is correct; I have an original NOS one that I keep on hand as a check part. It helps my store make sure parts are what they should be, and/or gives us a reference point for comparison.

Ernie

Ernie-----


Good to see you around! I'll take your word for it. My recollection is very vague on these. It just seemed to me that I recollected a little more radius on the corners.

[Ernie F.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

Joe.

How you doing!

You know that I see you posting on this forum and I can’t help but think about the person that told me 18 years ago that the internet was something you just did not have any interest in! Yes you did this and I will never forget it.

I’m glad you have taken such an active roll in this forum. I’ve been a long time watcher and low in activity but your knowledge of the 1969 cars is way above that of many.

I hate the conflict and my wife is the same. (Maybe this is why we make a good pair and have been together so long). When it comes to the judging of these cars and always felt it was better for me to just watch due to my opinionated attitude.

With my recent health issues I think that maybe a more active roll would benefit others. Five operations in the past 2 years and I’ve taken a more relaxed roll in the corporation which gives me more time to try to help people.

I carry the brake pads in reproduction as well as the gas pedals for the mid years. Both seem to be as original as I can find.

Take care and I hope I did not “jack” Geard’s thread.

Joe, you can reach me anytime at this email address Ernie@Willcoxcorvette.com. I always enjoyed our conversations and it’s always a pleasure.

Regards,

Ernie

[Joe L.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

Joe.

How you doing!

You know that I see you posting on this forum and I can’t help but think about the person that told me 18 years ago that the internet was something you just did not have any interest in! Yes you did this and I will never forget it.

I’m glad you have taken such an active roll in this forum. I’ve been a long time watcher and low in activity but your knowledge of the 1969 cars is way above that of many.

I hate the conflict and my wife is the same. (Maybe this is why we make a good pair and have been together so long). When it comes to the judging of these cars and always felt it was better for me to just watch due to my opinionated attitude.

With my recent health issues I think that maybe a more active roll would benefit others. Five operations in the past 2 years and I’ve taken a more relaxed roll in the corporation which gives me more time to try to help people.

I carry the brake pads in reproduction as well as the gas pedals for the mid years. Both seem to be as original as I can find.

Take care and I hope I did not “jack” Geard’s thread.

Joe, you can reach me anytime at this email address Ernie@Willcoxcorvette.com. I always enjoyed our conversations and it’s always a pleasure.

Regards,

Ernie

Ernie-----


I remember VERY well telling you that I had no interest in the Internet or computers. I've never forgotten about that either. In fact, whenever I see a Willcox ad someplace, I think to myself......I remember when I told Ernie........ I recall I had that conversation with you from my office and I've been retired now for 6 years come December 27.

I was not aware of your health problems; I'm sorry to hear of that. In fact, that's just more sad news of this nature I got today. Just today, I found out that my uncle has about a week to live due to bladder cancer, my cousin is being treated for esophageal cancer, and another cousin's (the son of my uncle that's dying) wife had a massive (but, not fatal) heart attack at the age of 43.

It's almost midnight here so I guess I can't get any more bad news TODAY.

[Paul J.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

Joe:

I, for one, am very glad that you changed your mind. I have learned a lot from you and the other knowlegable people who post on this forum. This is the reason that I joined NCRS. I had heard bad things before my membership but this has been some of the best money that I have spent.

In particular, this forum provides answers and guidance to the questions that keep arising throughout my restoration. The responses are polite, courteous, and respectful, unlike some of the other forums that I have belonged to.

Thanks to all of you. I appreciate the help.

Jerry, sorry for jacking your thread, but some things need to be said.

Paul

[Peter L.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

Jerry - Looks like you're still having fun and I'm glad to see you are changing those pedal pads. Fact is that was one of the first things I changed on my 67 when I bought it in '83. I kept thinking I don't want my foot to slip off the pedals and have an accident with this car.

Anyway, the one difference I have noted between the original brake/clutch pedal pads and the reproduction pads is that the rubber used in the originals was a firmed (harder) composition. The rubber used in the reproduction pads I have experience with is much softer.

Pete

[John H.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

Anyway, the one difference I have noted between the original brake/clutch pedal pads and the reproduction pads is that the rubber used in the originals was a firmed (harder) composition. The rubber used in the reproduction pads I have experience with is much softer.

Pete

Pete -

I've noted the same thing on my '67 - occasionally the inboard edge of the shoe on my clutch foot tends to pull the rubber pad off the outboard edge of the clutch pedal.

I will also note that after trying three different accelerator pedals from well-known suppliers that had virtually no "hinge" action at all and were essentially useless, Ernie sent me the one he carries, and it works freely, just like the original.

[Wayne M.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

I have an original NOS one that I keep on hand as a check part.
Ernie

Ernie -- how would these compare ? They're a never-installed old repro set from TMCS, circa 1978. You can see the GM part # molded into the backside, along with Terry's company initials.

[Ernie F.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

Joe,

My health problems are simple compared to what you’re facing. Mine is a case of the spine gone wrong with complications in between. We will certainly keep you in our prayers.

I’m definitely glad you changed your mind on the internet. I checked today, it was 11-28-96 or there abouts, 12 years not 18.

Wayne,

If I remember correctly Terry used an original pad to make the mold on these. I do think the old TMCS covers were a little harder than the reproductions being made now. I think I may have a TMCS cover too; I’ll have to check and see.

Ernie

[Jean C.]

Re: 67 Brake Clutch Pedal Pads

John, I have exactly the same problem with the clutch pedal pad on my '64. About ready to epoxy that sucker to the pedal.
Best regards,