Jump to content

Any way possible to adjust pedals?

Robwcormack
 Share

Recommended Posts

Robwcormack Enthusiast

Robwcormack

Posted
Posted

I realize GM took away the power adjustable pedals.  For some stupid reason that was a corner they decided to cut.  But is it possible to manually adjust either the brake pedal out or the gas pedal in?  They are ridiculously far apart in my truck and i've had multiple times when I had to hit the brakes hard because I missed on the first try.  When I switch my foot from the gas to the brake naturally my foot goes right into the side of the brake pedal.

  • Replies 43
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Popular Posts

amxguy1970
amxguy1970

That has nothing to do with the adjustable pedals they removed. The pedals move forward and back, not closer or further apart.    The reason they probably got rid of the feature is barely an

aseibel
aseibel
SqueakyBoot
SqueakyBoot

Ah, that makes more sense.  6-7 inches sounds like a bit of an exaggeration, but I haven't measured mine.  Adjustable pedals wouldn't help with this anyway, since you wouldn't be able to individually

Posted Images

amxguy1970 Senior Enthusiast

amxguy1970

Posted
Posted

That has nothing to do with the adjustable pedals they removed. The pedals move forward and back, not closer or further apart. 

 

The reason they probably got rid of the feature is barely anyone actually used it or knew about it. Most would set it once (like myself) and never touch it again because the seat would do pretty much the same thing. I would rather the money be saved or spent somewhere else. 

 

Tyler

  • Like 3
mafd2 Senior Enthusiast

mafd2

Posted
Posted
1 hour ago, amxguy1970 said:

That has nothing to do with the adjustable pedals they removed. The pedals move forward and back, not closer or further apart. 

 

The reason they probably got rid of the feature is barely anyone actually used it or knew about it. Most would set it once (like myself) and never touch it again because the seat would do pretty much the same thing. I would rather the money be saved or spent somewhere else. 

 

Tyler

Yea seems OP thinks adjustable pedals went side to side and closer or further apart instead of forward and back. Agree a waste anyway. Had a truck with them; never used.

Donstar Senior Enthusiast

Donstar

Posted
Posted
1 hour ago, aseibel said:

But seriously, did you confirm that your pedals are actually spaced farther front-to-back than other vehicles you have driven? Do you have any dexterity problems with your foot/ankle? 

 

Maybe you should search for some mobility suppliers such as:

https://www.aavans.com/mobility-equipment-listing/easy-rider-pedal-extension/

 

Great link.  There are many businesses that specialize in adapting vehicles to meet the needs of most physical challenges.  I used to rent vehicles for my mother from a business that rented only to the physically disabled.  It was a true eye opener to see the alternatives to traditional driving methods!   As a side note, I remember many years ago switching from my work truck to my commuter Austin America in my large work boots.  My problem wasn't missing the pedal, it was trying not to hit two at a time!

Robwcormack Enthusiast

Robwcormack

Posted
  • Author
Posted
1 hour ago, mafd2 said:

Yea seems OP thinks adjustable pedals went side to side and closer or further apart instead of forward and back. Agree a waste anyway. Had a truck with them; never used.

No I'm well aware of how the adjustable pedals work.  the brake pedal is too high/close to driver seat or the gas pedal is too low/close to the firewall.  That's great you didn't need them, but don't assume what I think.

Robwcormack Enthusiast

Robwcormack

Posted
  • Author
Posted
2 hours ago, SqueakyBoot said:

You've completed missed the brake pedal?

no, hit the bottom side of the brake with my big toe trying to go from gas to brake because the brake pedal is like 6-7 inches closer to me than the gas.  It's just a lot different than what I'm used to and it seems dumb to me that this feature is available on all the other big brand trucks.  

Robwcormack Enthusiast

Robwcormack

Posted
  • Author
Posted
2 hours ago, aseibel said:

But seriously, did you confirm that your pedals are actually spaced farther front-to-back than other vehicles you have driven? Do you have any dexterity problems with your foot/ankle? 

 

Maybe you should search for some mobility suppliers such as:

https://www.aavans.com/mobility-equipment-listing/easy-rider-pedal-extension/

 

yes either the brake is farther back (i.e. closer to the seat) or the gas pedal is farther forward (towards the firewall).  No dexterity problems, it's just way different than any other truck (several chevy and gmc's included) that was like this.  

SqueakyBoot Enthusiast

SqueakyBoot

Posted
Posted
5 minutes ago, Robwcormack said:

no, hit the bottom side of the brake with my big toe trying to go from gas to brake because the brake pedal is like 6-7 inches closer to me than the gas.  It's just a lot different than what I'm used to and it seems dumb to me that this feature is available on all the other big brand trucks.  

Ah, that makes more sense.  6-7 inches sounds like a bit of an exaggeration, but I haven't measured mine.  Adjustable pedals wouldn't help with this anyway, since you wouldn't be able to individually adjust the pedals.  It moves them both at the same time.  You may want to look into a gas pedal spacer or creating your own, if possible.  I've had this on sports cars to make heel/toe easier.

  • Like 1
aseibel Senior Enthusiast

aseibel

Posted
Posted

if you really think that your pedals are way out of whack, I'd stop by the dealer to confirm. Have them look at it, and you can compare to other new ones.

 

I'm pretty sure all vehicles makes/models have the pedals in pretty much the same relative location to prevent this problem. If your brake is really too far forward, maybe that can be adjusted?

EinHoden Enthusiast

EinHoden

Posted
Posted

I agree, something sounds off.  I regularly drive rentals of all brands and have not noticed any difference in my truck vs. any other vehicle. 

TxAg98 Enthusiast

TxAg98

Posted
Posted

I know where you're coming from.  If I adjust my seat to comfortably use the gas pedal, I sometimes hit the side of the brake as well.  Its not just a simple "heel pivot" over to the brake.  I really have to lift back and over, if that makes sense.

Robwcormack Enthusiast

Robwcormack

Posted
  • Author
Posted
1 hour ago, TxAg98 said:

I know where you're coming from.  If I adjust my seat to comfortably use the gas pedal, I sometimes hit the side of the brake as well.  Its not just a simple "heel pivot" over to the brake.  I really have to lift back and over, if that makes sense.

Exactly.  It would also help tremendously if they'd have the adjustable seatbelts too.

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing

  • Latest Articles

  • Posts

    • KARNUT
      Gas Prices

      By KARNUT · Posted

      3.19 @ Kroger’s in Montgomery Tx
    • Flynlow
      2027 Chevrolet Silverado: Official Discussion

      By Flynlow · Posted

      We have now!  2027 GMC Sierra  Early look, but I'm a GMC guy and so far I think I like the looks of the Chevy better.
    • newdude
      Lower trims ( WT, Custom, Silverado ( aka LT )

      By newdude · Posted

      HD at the moment, are kinda their own deal.  How LTZ sells on those vs on 1500, there is a difference.   They are merging most of the mid trims on 1500.  LT, RST and LTZ are replaced by one trim, Silverado.  LT and RST are a BIG portion of sales.    Bad naming choice aside, the new Silverado trim will offer the spread of options that those three trims offered.  So expect to see things like the tech package for example, and memory seats.  And LT Trail Boss will now just be "Trail Boss" (formerly LT Trail Boss) but will offer content spread like the new Silverado trim will.  The press photos showed the Trail Boss (formerly LT Trail Boss) has access to Super Cruise now, which on the current truck was High Country only.       Here is the Trail Boss interior.  Memory seats and Super Cruise are present.  All things the LT Trail Boss it replaces, and the RST it was based on didn't get on the current gen.  You had to go to LTZ or ZR2 for memory seats, and High Country for Super Cruise.      
    • dennismc
      2021 vs 2026 handling (1500 X31 Sierra)

      By dennismc · Posted

      I installed a Hellwig rear sway bar on my 21 Sierra SLT, it made a huge difference on how the truck handles, no body roll, the trucks much more planted now. Not sure of the suspension differences between the 21 and 26,  if its body roll your having a sway bar will solve it. 
    • Old Bay
      frustrating P0446 code

      By Old Bay · Posted

      So a follow up and my fix. I found in online searches the live data to look at on a scan tool to verify the fuel tank pressure sensor was working.  It showed an spec number towards the lower end of the rang, but in spec.  Then while it was running opened the gas cap and the pressure should change.  It didn't change even a tiny bit.  The data for the purge valve said it was open...never changed. So then I measured the voltages on the plug for the fuel pressure sensor and they matched what it should be.  So local car quest parts had the sensor in stock...it was a bit of a pain to remove and an even bigger one to get it to actually go back in.  It helped to unbolt the driveshaft and bungie cord away from the gas tank to give a bit more room to work. So fuel tank pressure sensor in I cleared the code, and started it up.  I went to the scan tool's live data and... Eureka! The pressure number was different and fluctuated a bit.  So took it on a short drive and pressure number varied saw the purge valve go from closed to open and back to closed.  Drove it to and from work for roughly a week plugged in the scan tool no codes.  I took it in to get tested and passed.  In my state's infinite wisdom (oops meant greed), since I pushed the test with the maximum extensions I have to take it back in by Feb '27 to 'get it back up to date', then my next test won't be until Feb '29. 

  • GM-Trucks.com Clubs

  • Popular Contributors

×
×
  • Create New...