Foot Pedal Extensions

Can anyone recommend a source for accelerator and brake pedal
extensions - the type that allow a short driver to sit further away
from the streering wheel/airbag

For use on a 2006 Ion

John Cowart

 

What I suggest is see you local Saturn parts dept about the ION accessories
chrome foot pedal covers. If possible, add some strong 2 sided foam tape
(like what you can get at Home Depot for permanent adhesion) to raise the
pedal further. Installthe pedal as normal using the tape to raise the pedal
and to prevent slip.

I did this with Ractive pedals on my SC2. I got them from www.cardomain.com.

marx404

 

I had already talked to the guys in the Saturn parts dept - the foot
pedal covers would only raise the height by a fraction of an inch. I'm
looking to raise the height by 3 or 4 inches.

John Cowart

 

There is no such thing as a pedal extender that extends 3 or 4 inches. At
least not any safe part. If your concern is the airbags, the Saturn dual
stage is safer than most to prevent injury. I am short and have concerns
about sitting so close to the airbag, but reclining your seat backwards then
moving the bottom forward will work perhaps. Placing something 3 or 4 inches
on top of the pedals is dangerous as they can come loose and jam the pedals.

With no pun intended, perhaps you can try a special needs shop for disabled
people who can manufacture such a part? I have seen people have thier seats
modified, etc. to accomodate thier physical needs. Be aware of anything that
can void any existing warranty though.

marx303