The accelerator pedal is the direct mechanical link between your foot and the L26's throttle: it transfers pedal motion through the rod linkage to the carburetors, and its hinge condition decides whether throttle inputs feel crisp or vague. This pressed steel pedal carries the factory floor-hinged, right-side pivot geometry, the pre-formed curvature for the 260Z floor, a grip surface for wet-shoe safety per the live FAQ, and compatibility with the original linkage and bushings, installing without modification per the live page.
Fifty years of wear tells on pedals: pivot points wear oval and add slop, rust pits the steel, pad surfaces polish smooth and get slippery, and bent pedals from floor rust repairs never feel right again. The result is the delayed, sticky, or uneven throttle response the live page describes, the opposite of what a sports car pedal should do.
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| INCLUDED | The accelerator pedal with its hinge-mount geometry, ready to install per the live page. |
| NOT INCLUDED | The throttle linkage and bushings, sold separately per the live FAQ; floor hardware if corroded. |
| Tools You Need | Basic hand tools; the pedal mounts at the factory floor hinge points. |
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Nissan 260Z (1974, S30) | Direct application per the live listing |
| Datsun 240Z and 280Z (S30 family) | Similar hardware; confirm by year before ordering |
| Throttle Linkage | Works with the OEM rod linkage per the live page |
| Reference Application | 1974 Nissan 260Z |
Call (240) 301-0095 with your year and a photo of your existing pedal and linkage. We confirm the match and flag any floor-mount concerns before the order ships.
This is a used pedal, inspected before shipping:
| Material | Pressed steel |
|---|---|
| Linkage Compatibility | Works with OEM throttle linkage |
| Mount Style | Floor-hinged, right-side pivot |
| Weight | Approximately 1.2-1.6 lbs |
| Application | 1974 Nissan 260Z |
| Sku | vaz655 |
| Price | $60.00 |
To file a claim, contact us within 15 days of delivery at (240) 301-0095 or support@vazautosolutions.com.
