My experience with the 'final' inspection was quite pleasant and done by
a Indianapolis FSDO gentleman.  I am sure requirements vary wildly from
area to area as many have reported.  The best advice I've heard is to
contact your local EAA chapter and talk with someone who has recently had
his aircraft inspected by the same FSDO responsible for inspecting your
aircraft.  I believe having a name of the possible inspector is also a
'good thing' when making the initial contacts with your FSDO.  Then only
provide the minimum information required.  I think less is better than
more if you are unlucky enough to draw a 'picky' inspector. (my two cents
worth)  My inspector was much more interested in the paperwork than
pictures, logs etc.

One item not mentioned to date and which concerned my inspector was to
make absolutely sure the data plate on the aircraft is completed exactly
like the application sent to the FSDO office.  ie Name, Serial nr etc.

Good luck!  Earl    LCN2 (now with 64 hrs and counting on N233EE)