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First thing to ask yourself: Why do I want rudder/brake pedals on the right
side?

The plane flies *perfectly* at cruise without any rudder inputs at all.

Are you worried about incapacitation and having to have your passenger land
the thing? Dream on! Rudder pedals will be the least of your worries in
that scenario.

I didn't install the right-side pedals in my L-235, because they add
weight, cause sluggish rudder response (I have flown an aircraft with the
dual pedals and have felt the difference for myself), can cause
brake-locking problems - flat spots on tires.

Each of you will have to decide for yourself WHY you want to install them
in your own situation.

When I get flying, I will coach my wife that if I die in the left seat, she
is to find the biggest airport she can and belly it in on the asphalt. (I
have personally seen a lancair 235 which landed gear up and the damage was
minimal.) If she can do this, she will survive.

Unless you plan to give dual instruction, I see no reason for the right
side pedals.

Just my 2cents worth...