Other differences
FYI - There are some other differences between the older and newer RV8 kits in the fuselage. In the newer kits, the center section and rear baggage floor bulkheads are now stamped, like a rib, as opposed to flat plates and angles in the old kits. Additionally, the aft control mount is a pre-made part. The good news is, this makes it much easier to run wiring through the bulkheads since they now have lightening holes in them.
I also noticed, on my QB, that most of the parts from left to right are mirror images. Usually not a bad thing, but my right rear arm rest has a hole in it for a flap motor, that only installs on the left side, and there are nut plate drill outs on the right side that on the left are used for the rear throttle option.
Also, the rear seat back is now all metal, as opposed to having a fiberglass seat top.
Having done an older RV8 kit, and now doing a newer one, I am seeing all kinds of differences. They mostly look like changes that VAN's has made to enhance production, keep the cost of the kits down and shave off a little weight.