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Originally Posted by Flyrod
I have noticed on my RV8 that has standard pedals, it takes a little concentration to stay off the brakes. Can you buy extended pedals as a simple part swap or are these being made by the builders?
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Actually, you don't need extenders on your pedals at all, it's really a function of how the stock pedals are drilled on the inboard tabs where the brake master cyls attach. Before I built my rudder/brake pedal assembly I'd heard about the problem of dragging brakes and had seen pics of pedal extenders and bars; when I went to drill my pedals I realized I could fix the problem by simply moving the pedals back (towards firewall) before drilling the master cylinder attach holes. The tabs on the sides of the pedals are big enough to put the holes anywhere you need 'em.
My pedals work fine using this method... with my heels on the floor the pedals are angled back far enough that there is no risk of dragging a brake; I have to make a conscious effort to lift my feet up a bit to apply brake pressure. I might've even gone overboard and angled them too far back; I have to lift my feet up a bit higher than I originally intended, but I'd rather have it this way than be dragging the brakes all the time. Perhaps down the road I could re-drill the holes, or even buy a new pair of pedals. New pedals are $23 each, WD-820-L or R. Here's a pic of the holes I'm yakkin' about.
