Garmin Force pedal friction.

[Cajunhunter67]

So far really enjoying the Force.
However, with the pedal adjusted to max friction, it could use a little more.
Sometimes when removing my foot from the pedal, I will bump it and cause the head to spin.

Its not a big deal, BUT, if the water is rough I can see this being a problem.
Anyone able to figure a way to increase the pedal friction beyond what the factory screw will allow?

Don

[illinifish]

I have learned to live and like the pedal tension. Like a lot of new things once you use it often enough you will get accustomed to it.

[friogatto]

Something sounds wrong. Mine is pretty difficult to move. Flip it over and remove the 6 T25 screws for the back panel. The friction plate is visible. Make sure nothing is stuck in there.

[Cajunhunter67]

Something sounds wrong. Mine is pretty difficult to move. Flip it over and remove the 6 T25 screws for the back panel. The friction plate is visible. Make sure nothing is stuck in there.

Thanks for the info.
I will be removing my the pedal and gaining access to the friction plate.
Will update once I get this done.

Don

[Grizzly]

I wish mine auto returned to the middle position. I keep tripping on it if the motor is left or right

[Cajunhunter67]

I removed the cover from the bottom of the pedal.
After checking everything out, it looked normal.
Leaving the friction as it has been was a no go for me. Much to easy.

I removed the friction adjustment screw. There is a very stiff spring that the Allen screw compresses for added friction.
With the screw ran all the way in, it’s not enough pressure.

I took a BB (grandsons BB gun) and dropped it down on top the spring. It’s a perfect fit.
Installed the Allen screw and Walaaaa. Plenty more friction adjustment.

Seems this is a fix if the light friction is an issue.

Don