Thanks to everyone who has replied -- All very helpful advice.

Tint = seems to be a yes
4130 = time saver, but weigh more
VG's = maybe
LLE = mostly looks, and weigh more.

I have flown an SS7 at S&R -- it had the 914 with a ground adjustable prop and I was amazed at the performance. In terms of what I want to do with the plane... sure I'd love to build to the level of wining an award, but it's also the first plane I'll have ever built, and I have to be realistic. At this point I'd like to one day find myself with a "nice" finished plane that flies well on skis, floats and wheels.

On the topic of my lead time -- I was told Q2 2023. Some might find that a bit depressing, to have to wait so long. In some ways I do as well, on the other hand it leads me to believe that KitFox is doing well and isn't going anywhere.

Thanks again for all the advice.
Dave.