The FSDO inspector did a good job for me a couple of years ago. He did not require any kind of inspection guide.... only the normal documentation we are all familiar with. I agreed with everything he found and was happy for his expertise. He was contacted recently by an RV builder and he advised him he was no longer allowed to do inspections because of "sequester cuts". This inspector is a solid guy and it was obvious he was not buying the government BS either. I suspect using a DAR now is wise as the FAA management folks are trying to make lives miserable fearing cuts. As usual it will vary by FSDO.

Jack Morgan