If you practice heel/toe downshifting, you will notice that it is much more complicated to perform such a task on the 350z because of the OEM Brake/Gas pedal alignment... my Z's gas pedal is further down than the brake pedal making it hard to sequentially press the two. It was much easier on my friends Rx-8... any idea on how to fix this issue? i was thinking Aftermarket pedals but the alignment will still be the same.

 

You have to consider the comparative levels of the brake and gas when the brake pedal's free travel is taken up and you're applying some decent pressure. This makes sense because generally you hit the brakes before blipping the throttle. The Nismo 380RS gas pedal helps, and there are aftermarket alternatives, too. I also generally drive in leightweight thin-soled slip-on loafers, which have a flat, smooth surface.

 

As Dcain has pointed out, the brake/gas pedal heights are set exactly right for track days. This is where you will be pushing the brake pedal hard enough to make it exactly level with the gas pedal.

Dcain, that’s a nice functional looking gas pedal. Since I wear smaller shoes than you guys, I had my stock gas pedal rod bent in a bit of an S curve to place it closer to my brake.

 

i usually wear air max 95. i also have the rs pedal and it makes heel toe a breeze. sometimes i have a problem with the heel hitting the trans tunnel, so instead i use the side of the feet instead of the actual heel.

 

Idk if this well hlp you at all but i kinda noticed the same thing. I found it too uncomfortable to heel toe like i used to what i did (and after a while this became habit) was Hit the brake with right part of my foot and kinda roll It towards the throttle. (I have big feet). At first it was hard and it felt stupid lol but now its easy and comfortable

 

380rs pedal and the pedal bend trick. All you need

 

I had the same problem when I switched from an S-chassis to the Z. A little bit of practice is all you need.

 

avt pedals ftw! and yes, you have to be hard on the breaks to use heel toe. try to heel toe while being light on the breaks, you'll see what i mean.

 

I never could heel toe. I'm not coordinated enough lol