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I'm scheduled to take my 252 into the avionics shop in Oct. for the GAD 43 upgrade for the same reasons. It wasn't available when I installed the G600 and I wanted to complete the installation. If you put it in, let me know how it goes.

Tough choice. I have a 252 and enjoy it. Real world numbers are 12.1 g/hr at 73% power at 180 kts. true above 15k ft. Even faster above 17k. I am told that the Bravo does 190-200 kts. at 19 g/hr. Faster, true, but at a considerable cost. If money is not object, get the Bravo. If it is, take a look at your typical flight profile and compare costs.

etekburg, Yeah, it is a nice panel. I sent off that reply as I was tired and going to bed, I neglected to mention the 530/430 stack that shares data with the G600. The system works pretty well but does take some getting used to. Right after the installation of the G600, Garmin announced that all subsequent G600 deliveries will come with Synthetic Vision. So i took it back in and the dealer installed the upgrade. Awesome! The G600 interfaces nicely with my KFC-150 and Garmin claims their GPSS steering is as good or better than any in the industry. In addition to being a great tool, the WX weather has been fun to discover and play with, but with Center in my headset all the time I haven't subscribed to music. I'll take some pictures and get them off to you.

I've got a '86 252, it is my 2nd Mooney. First was an '82 201. Great bird but I wanted more speed and altitude for flying in the Intermountain West. My 252 does 180 kts. (73% power) above 14k and burns a little less than 12 gph doing so. The downside is uselful load, 340 lbs. with full fuel. I rebuilt the engine, new interior, paint and went through all the systems. Installed a JPI 930 and recently, a Garmin G600. The 201 is a good ride but can't match up to the 252 for speed and flight envelope.