GAD 43 Autopilot interface for G500/G600

[Mooney_Allegro]

Has anyone installed the GAD 43 in their aircraft and using it with their autopilot?  If so, how smooth is it and was it a lengthly installation? 

I have the G600 and using the KI-256 attitude indicator coupled to the KFC-150 Autopilot, and considering upgrading to the GAD 43, so I will no longer have to rely on the gyro for autopilot function.  With the GAD 43, it will make the system more reliable I believe and cheaper in the long run if I can get rid of the expensive KI-256 with high overhaul expense and get a less expensive gyro backup attitude indicator.

Thanks!

[RHHolt]

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.

[Joe Zuffoletto]

Yes, I just installed a G500 and connected the GAD 43 to the KFC-150 in my 1998 Encore. Works like a charm. You can see photos of my complete panel overhaul at www.zuffoletto.com.

[Parker_Woodruff]

Quote: colojo

Yes, I just installed a G500 and connected the GAD 43 to the KFC-150 in my 1998 Encore. Works like a charm. You can see photos of my complete panel overhaul at www.zuffoletto.com.