Gas pedal issues. Need help...

Im gonna try and cut some of the jute padding beneath the pedal and see if I cant get a "snugger" carpet fit close to the trans tunnel. The carpet has the mass backing attached so Im gonna try and heat it up a tad and see if it will conform.
Appreciate all the suggestions- next option would be where the cable attaches @ carb but I think modification will be only option or maybe a Lokar throttle cable???