canopy and other finishing kit deletes
I didn't order the tires, tubes or axles from Van's as I went with upgraded Michelin tires/tubes and Grove axles and brakes as a personal choice. I already had the Grove landing gear which is a popular RV-8 choice, so I couldn't use the fiberglass landing gear fairing. I upgraded to the lightweight tail wheel so deleted the standard Van's part there too...and the prop I am using comes with a spinner so I deleted that as well. I am happy with all of those choice.
However, I didn't order a canopy with my finishing kit because I was going with a 3rd party manufacturer...but that didn't work out. So, when you get closer to ordering, since you are so close to me, I will share some of your shipping cost (and pay for the canopy, of course) if you have one sent for me in your finishing kit.