I worked on
2-future mods for the RV-12. One is the
installation of a parking brake. I went
to MATCO in Bountiful and purchased their PVPV-D park brake valve. It will be installed in the brake lines going
to the control tunnel. I used the drill
template used to make for installing the Skyview changes to make the mounting bracket.
I drilled the various holes and used the counter sink to prep the
bracket for riveting on the nutplates on each end. I will bend the bracket on our break in the
shop at work. I am planning to remove
the cushioned clamp holding the brake lines in the tunnel. I will use the fastener hole to attach one
side of the park brake mounting bracket.
I will need to drill an additional hole for the attachment of the other
end. I have ordered the 45o
fittings to connect the poly brake lines on each end of the valve. I have also order the bolts and nuts to attach
the valve body to the mounting bracket.
I have ordered a
universal light cable from McFarlane to control the park brake. I also ordered a black knob with the words
PARK BRAKE. I have some thoughts about
where to install the control on the instrument panel. I will make the final determination when I am
ready to make the installation.
I also put the
ends on the 1/16" tubing for the AOA.
They are connected as the wings are installed. I will drill the wing and install the AOA port
after certification.
