Countach Clutch Pedal Blues

Mark-B · #1 (**permalink**) 10-11-2006, 06:55 PM

Hello, Please excuse my lack of proper terminology. I have a 1989 Countach LP112D 5000 QV. I was wondering if anyone knows of a conversion that would allow me to shift the gears without using the clutch pedal. The problem is I have big feet and I always overstep onto the nearest pedal. My idea is to relocate the clutch pedal and offset the brake pedal to the left, giving me more foot room. Perhaps a semi automatic kit or a hand plunger clutch? I heard that there is a paddle shifter kit, but I have been unable to find anything related to this matter. I cannot be the only person with this situation. I thank you in advance for your time and consideration, Mark Bean Las Vegas, NV

12097 · #2 (**permalink**) 10-11-2006, 07:39 PM

While I have heard of an early CT set up with a hand clutch for a disabled owner, I haven't heard of many people going this route.
This is an alternate suggestion that may work for you.

If you go to some of the sporting goods stores and ask for a "lifestyle runner"
you may find a shoe that will work for you . I have size 11's and was driving in socks till I found these. The brand I got was Puma but I have seen others.
The shoe is narrow at the widest point with a very thin sole. (it looks like a low top racing shoe or wrestling shoe). It should eliminate the problem of your feet getting caught between the pedals.

silvergts1998 · #3 (**permalink**) 10-11-2006, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Mark-B

Hello, Please excuse my lack of proper terminology. I have a 1989 Countach LP112D 5000 QV. I was wondering if anyone knows of a conversion that would allow me to shift the gears without using the clutch pedal. The problem is I have big feet and I always overstep onto the nearest pedal. My idea is to relocate the clutch pedal and offset the brake pedal to the left, giving me more foot room. Perhaps a semi automatic kit or a hand plunger clutch? I heard that there is a paddle shifter kit, but I have been unable to find anything related to this matter. I cannot be the only person with this situation. I thank you in advance for your time and consideration, Mark Bean Las Vegas, NV

This is what I would do if it's causing you that much grief....I would take out the pedal assembly and cut the clutch pedal leg or arm and fabercate an extension to give you more room for your feet.

raymond · #4 (**permalink**) 10-11-2006, 09:21 PM

You could remove that little foot rest left of the clutch pedal to get more room, but when you cannot clutch you will have the same problem with the throttle and brake though...

taurean bull · #5 (**permalink**) 10-13-2006, 08:47 PM

Just driver barefoot. It feels better unless you're racing anyway. (Are you racing???)

IF you would consider something that is hand actuated, wouldn't that mean that BOTH hands would be off of the wheel at the same time? Uh oh.

raymond · #6 (**permalink**) 10-14-2006, 12:57 AM

barefoot is normally not allowed, I'm wearing extremely narrow snikers or racing shoes I drive in racing anyway...

Not racing the CT? Why not?

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