I'm at the same stage as you and just waiting on a shipping truck through T. Partain.
I added the Flap Positioning system and Static Air kit. My rationale for the flap system is that I like having predefined flap positions that I am used to. The static air kit was to provide a good static source rather than using the cabin air.
I hadn't thought about adding aileron trim as most of the planes I fly (Piper's & Cessna's) don't have it either. After reading your post and finding the "heavy wing" syndrome that some builders have reported I'll think about it and probably add it to my order as well. Thanks.
I ordered the static air system from Cleaveland Tools. It looks much nicer than the pop rivet. I think most EFIS's have flap position info built into them so I don't think that is necessary as a separate entity.
Careful. The Vans system looks like, well, a pop rivet. But it works. I've seen a lot of posts from people with nice looking static ports that give false readings.
I think most EFIS systems will display flap position. Not so sure that they will run the flaps to pre-set positions.
I can't remember for sure which kit they were in but if you call Van's, they will send you a list of what is in each kit. It is worth the time to get the list because once they send the stuff from Van's, it is ost prohibitive to return the u used items. I can get the list from the shop tomorrow if you want...
Just got my QB wings last week and working on SB fuse. I added, static lines, flap position sensor and aileron trim to order. If I had to do it over, for me it was more about what I wish I deleted. I WISH I had deleted aluminum heat boxes (plan to go with SS), tubing for fuel and brake lines, and possibly windows (I was considering Cee Bailey's until until they showed up in fuse kit).
The windows that come with Fuse are the front and back passenger. Door windows come with finish kit.
I want the upgraded Andair fuel valve. Does that have to be done now?
My build log has my finish kit deletions and additions. I really like the Matco setup.
Along the same lines, the Breather tube is easier to install, too.
With respect to the flap positioner, Van's has two options, just the flap positioner for $225, or a flap position system with trim compensation for $370 which looks more comprehensive. Suggestions about which one I need?
You might also consider ordering a couple extra hinge pins...you will need them the first time you bend one!
Which hinge Bob?