TailbeaconX and AV-30

I've been trying to decide if I actually need a transponder/encoder/ADSB out.  My airplane is hangared outside the Twin Cities Mode C veil.  I can circle around it to visit friends and family. The only time I might need ADSB is if I fly to Fort Myers, Florida to visit in-laws.  Looks to be a narrow gap between Orlando's Mode C and Tampa's Mode C, above the 1,600 ceiling of Bartow Executive's Class D airspace, where a guy could fly the Coupe without any electronics or permissions at all.  Am I reading that right?  If so, maybe I'll put a few thousand into gas instead of avionics.  What's the consensus?   

 

I will be sure to update this thread. It's a great combination of products for those without transponders. And pricing is reasonable.

Greg, please share what you learn about TailbeaconX - AV30 installation cost.  I bought an Ercoupe over the weekend and mine doesn't have a transponder either (I do have a tail light and it does work).  

 

Thx. I know I'll have to run additional wire for the AV-30 connection. The Nav lights also have a short in them so that's another issue that needs to be addressed at same time. Or no lights, and no TailBeacon .

The installation shouldn't be too difficult but could be a bit "fiddley". The AV-30 will need a power source with circuit protection. Assuming you have a tail position light already, the TailbeaconX will still require additional wiring to it which could be a bit of a challenge getting all the way back to the tail (especially if one's body size is on the large side).

You can remove the vacuum system but the mechanic will need to sign it off. You would also need a revised weight and balance and equipment list which the mechanic also signs off. Note, you don't need to actually re-weigh the plane, just do the math for removed and added equipment.