Clutch pedal bracket reinforcement fit up issue
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Clutch pedal bracket reinforcement fit up issue
My clutch bracket broke (2nd bracket @ 140k miles) on the left arm per the classic failure mechanism. So, I bought a brand new bracket & a race roots clutch pedal reinforcement kit. Clutch Pedal Reinforcement Bracket
The kit came super quick, so props for that. However, there was a fit-up issue with the reinforcement bracket that bolted internally in the clutch pedal bracket. The flange which mounts the reinforcement to the lower bolt on the pedal assembly was welded at an angle which causes it to not lie parallel to the bolt flange. The flange on the reinforcement should ideally be 90deg to the rest of the structure. An email exchange with raceroots said "appears when they welded the piece they didn't set it correctly. Installation is still ok, and would not affect the assembly."
I'm worried that improper fit for the bottom bolt will eventually allow play as I drive, eventually loosening the nut & assembly. Also, might have some issues lining up after I drill holes for install.
1) Have any of you guys seen this with your own mods?
2) Do you guys agree that I should ask for a replacement and send this back? Thanks!
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The kit came super quick, so props for that. However, there was a fit-up issue with the reinforcement bracket that bolted internally in the clutch pedal bracket. The flange which mounts the reinforcement to the lower bolt on the pedal assembly was welded at an angle which causes it to not lie parallel to the bolt flange. The flange on the reinforcement should ideally be 90deg to the rest of the structure. An email exchange with raceroots said "appears when they welded the piece they didn't set it correctly. Installation is still ok, and would not affect the assembly."
I'm worried that improper fit for the bottom bolt will eventually allow play as I drive, eventually loosening the nut & assembly. Also, might have some issues lining up after I drill holes for install.
1) Have any of you guys seen this with your own mods?
2) Do you guys agree that I should ask for a replacement and send this back? Thanks!
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Isn't that the clutch fix that was under the recall from mazda?. The dealer fixed mine while on their make work tour while it was in for an oil change some time ago. As it was free i had no problem.
If this is not relevant apologies for stepping on the thread.
If this is not relevant apologies for stepping on the thread.
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They just replaced the pedal with a "revised" one that looks no different than the last original part when i put them side by side. I welded up the areas that needed more strengthening which is how it should of came and also why they fail. The aftermarket brackets IMO are a waste of money as they're no better than a good weld.
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They've gone by a few names in the past years...Fluid, Race Roots. I want to say there's another but I'm not sure.
Their website is still up, but that doesn't necessarily mean much.
I just bought a BHR reinforced clutch pedal and called it a day, personally that's what I'd suggest.
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I wouldn't consider mine perfectly good,
Yeah, it's a quick job to have the welds reinforced, but given mine in the shape it was in when it gave out, I just opted for the BHR pedal. Charles was great to deal with,
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it came from the factory with a shitty improper weld. i had a pedal crack on me years ago. yanked it out, welded it up, reinstalled it, and drove the hell out of the car for years. i could teach a monkey to weld it right. less than 15min job and zero cost
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