Removing rudder peddles. Log entry or more needed?

Kevin, I am new to looking up this kind of stuff, I found the TCDS on the FAA website but could not find item 403. I need to show this to my A&P who thinks I need to do much more than just a log book entry. What you are saying makes perfect sense but I need to prove it to him. Thanks
UPDATE: disregard the above question, I found item 403

These were just an option and as such can be added or removed per the TCDS item 403. I know of no STC for them since they were a factory option. The design is such that they easily remove. The cables are extensions that are removed and the cables reattached to the mixer. Remove the kick panel and install a flat one and done. Do a log book entry. Leave the brackets and pulleys on the spar and if you want to later you can reinstall.

Kevin

Decided to fly my coupe the way Fred designed it. No rudder peddles. I am getting mixed messages regarding what paper work should be done. Can anyone help? I can't imagine I am the first one to do this. Thanks