Mega Slide Adjustable Pedal Kit with Gas Pedal Mount

OVERVIEW

The EMPI Mega Slide Adjustable Pedal Kit with Gas Pedal Mount is the ultimate solution for custom air-cooled projects where driver ergonomics and versatility are paramount. Whether you are building a dedicated sand rail, a rugged Baja Bug, or a tube-chassis dune buggy, achieving the perfect driving position can be a challenge, especially when multiple drivers need to operate the same vehicle. This heavy-duty adjustable slider assembly allows for quick and secure fore-and-aft movement of your entire pedal cluster, ensuring that whether you are five-foot-two or six-foot-four, you can reach the controls with confidence and comfort. By providing a stable, lockable platform for your brake and clutch pedals, this kit eliminates the "one size fits all" compromise that often plagues custom off-road builds.

Engineered for durability in harsh environments, this kit is constructed from high-grade aluminum to provide maximum strength without adding unnecessary weight to your chassis. Unlike smaller, flimsy sliders that can flex under heavy braking pressure, the Mega Slide design features a wide footprint and robust locking mechanisms to maintain a rock-solid feel. This specific model includes the integrated gas pedal mount, which is designed to accommodate stand-alone throttle pedals, creating a cohesive and professional-looking control center. By integrating the throttle mount directly into the sliding assembly, EMPI ensures that the relationship between your brake, clutch, and gas pedals remains constant throughout the entire range of adjustment, preventing the awkward geometry changes often found in DIY slider setups.

FITMENT

This is a universal-style high-performance component designed for custom applications. While it is commonly used in air-cooled VW-based vehicles, it is intended for use with aftermarket floor-mount pedal assemblies (such as CNC or Neal styles). Typical fitment includes:

• Dune Buggies: All years and models with custom tube or pan-based chassis.
• Sand Rails: Ideal for long-travel and short-wheelbase rails requiring adjustable seating/pedal positions.
• Baja Bugs: Custom builds featuring aftermarket floor-mounted pedal sets.
• Manx-Style Buggies: Perfect for fiberglass bodies where pedal reach needs to be fine-tuned for the driver.
• Custom Off-Road Vehicles: Any tube-frame vehicle utilizing a VW-style drivetrain and aftermarket controls.

SPECS

• Brand: EMPI
• Part Number: AC798574 (Reference: 17-2752-0)
• Material: High-strength lightweight aluminum
• Overall Length: 15-1/4 inches
• Overall Width: 9-5/8 inches
• Application: Designed for pedal sets with stand-alone throttle pedals
• Adjustment Type: Multi-position manual sliding lock
• Finish: Natural raw aluminum for a clean, race-ready look
• Weight: Approximately 4.16 lbs

PRO TIPS

1. Account for Cable Slack and Routing

When installing the Mega Slide kit, you must remember that your clutch and throttle cables will now be moving targets. It is absolutely critical to leave enough "loop" or slack in the cable housing behind the pedal assembly to accommodate the full range of the slider''s travel. If the cables are too tight when the pedals are slid forward, you risk snapping a cable or, worse, unintended throttle input. We recommend cycling the slider through its full range of motion multiple times during the mock-up phase to ensure that no lines, hoses, or cables are being pinched or stretched beyond their limits.

2. Reinforce the Mounting Surface

The amount of force applied to a brake pedal during an emergency stop or a high-speed technical descent is immense. Because this slider plate distributes that force across the chassis, you must ensure the surface it is bolted to is up to the task. If you are mounting this to a standard VW floor pan, we highly recommend welding in a reinforcement plate or tying the mounting bolts directly into the chassis subframe. A sliding pedal assembly is only as strong as the floor it is bolted to; preventing "floorboard flex" will significantly improve your brake pedal feel and overall safety.

3. Maintain the Sliding Rails in Dusty Conditions

Since most air-cooled off-roaders spend their time in the sand or dirt, the sliding mechanism can eventually become gritty or difficult to operate. To keep your Mega Slide functioning smoothly, avoid using heavy greases that attract and hold abrasive sand. Instead, use a "dry" PTFE or silicone-based lubricant on the rails. Periodically blowing out the tracks with compressed air and ensuring the locking pins are free of debris will ensure that when you need to swap drivers in the staging lanes, the adjustment is fast, smooth, and effortless every single time.