So I have established that I have standard brakes on the PA18-150, with an original rubber diaphragm (thanks all for the help in the other thread). I do have ABI/Cleavland double piston brakes. 6" ABI rims.
Given that we will be soon running ABW 31's, and regularly landing at conservative off field destinations, at mostly close to max weight, I don't think standard will do it.
After some research, this is what I think I know are my options.
So my questions are.
Are the above, my only valid options?
Do the Dakota's have a performance benefit over the ABI and Steves?
Given that we will be soon running ABW 31's, and regularly landing at conservative off field destinations, at mostly close to max weight, I don't think standard will do it.
After some research, this is what I think I know are my options.
- ABI upgrade at about $500
- Stevesaircraft upgrade at about $800, same as above, but has the added advantage of a fluid reservoir
- Dakota High-pressure brake master cylinder kit; Note: J3 s/n 10339 for about $1400 (I assume that the extended version is not STC'd).
- Beringer - would mean replacing wheels and master cylinders and I am guessing very expensive. Also, again I assume using brake fluid instead of 5606 hydraulic.
So my questions are.
Are the above, my only valid options?
Do the Dakota's have a performance benefit over the ABI and Steves?